Dr. Alex Shin, D.O.
Dr. Alex Shin is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Shin has performed 66 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#25 in Pennsylvania) and 58 knee replacements, for a combined total of 124 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Shin performs above average in hip (66 vs 34 avg), above average in knee (58 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Shin's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (66 cases) and knee replacements (58 cases).
Harrisburg is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Harrisburg area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Shin first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Shin's 66 verified procedures is above the national average of 36.
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. Shin Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Harrisburg, PA 17109
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Shin has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Shin
How does Dr. Shin's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Shin has performed 124 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Pennsylvania average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Shin ranks #52 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Shin perform?
Dr. Shin's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (66 cases) and knee replacement (58 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Shin in Harrisburg?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Harrisburg 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 Pennsylvania surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Shin 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. Shin's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 124 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Shin perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Shin's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (66 cases), knee replacement (58 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Shin affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Shin is affiliated with Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, Morristown Medical Center, Newton Medical Center, St Luke'S Warren Hospital, Hackettstown Medical Center. Dr. Shin maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Shin compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Harrisburg?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Harrisburg, Dr. Shin ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Shin has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Shin practices?
Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Morristown Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Newton Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Dr. Shin's 124 Medicare procedures are above the Harrisburg average of 58. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Harrisburg.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Scott King | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Espenshade | 81 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Eric Kutz | 38 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Grandrimo | 30 | Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Ackerman | 18 | Knee |
| Dr. Lisa O'brien | 13 | Shoulder |
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