Dr. Steven Shah, M.D.
Dr. Steven Shah is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Eugene, Oregon. Dr. Shah has performed 120 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#3 in Oregon) and 66 hip replacements, for a combined total of 186 procedures.
In Oregon, Dr. Shah performs well above average in knee (120 vs 38 avg), above average in hip (66 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Shah's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (120 cases) and hip replacements (66 cases).
Eugene is home to 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Eugene area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Shah extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 160 to 186 in the most recent data, a 16% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Shah's 120 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
How Dr. Shah Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oregon state average.
Contact & Location
Eugene, OR 97401
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Shah's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 16% from 160 procedures in 2013 to 186 in the most recent data.
Hospital Affiliations & Quality
Quality ratings and complication rates are hospital-level metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon performance. Star ratings updated quarterly. Complication data covers a rolling 3-year period.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Shah
How does Dr. Shah's procedure volume compare to other Oregon surgeons?
Dr. Shah has performed 186 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Oregon average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Shah ranks #4 out of 106 orthopedic surgeons in Oregon.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Shah perform?
Dr. Shah's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (120 cases) and hip replacement (66 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Shah with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Shah ranks #3 in Oregon for knee replacement with 120 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 106 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Shah in Eugene?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Eugene in the current Medicare dataset. Patients can compare procedure volumes and specializations to choose the surgeon who best fits their needs. Use the state page to view all Oregon surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Shah represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Shah's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 186 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Shah's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Shah's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 160 procedures in 2013 to 186 in the most recent data, a 16% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 200 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. Shah perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Shah's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (120 cases), hip replacement (66 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Shah affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Sacred Heart Medical Center Riverbend, Peace Harbor Medical Center, Mercy Medical Center.
How does Dr. Shah compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Eugene?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Eugene, Dr. Shah ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Shah is among the highest-volume surgeons in Eugene.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Shah practices?
Sacred Heart Medical Center Riverbend (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Peace Harbor Medical Center (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Mercy Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Eugene, Oregon
Dr. Shah's 186 Medicare procedures are above the Eugene average of 112. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Eugene.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brian Jewett | 234 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Mildren | 102 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Lucas Korcek | 72 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Spencer Dowdle | 71 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Tuman | 66 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Rudolf Hoellrich | 53 | Shoulder |
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