Dr. Brian Shannon is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Hermitage, Pennsylvania. In 2023, Dr. Shannon performed 18 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#251 in Pennsylvania) and 15 hip replacements, for a combined total of 33 procedures.
Dr. Shannon recorded 33 Medicare fee-for-service procedures in 2023. Medicare data represents approximately one-third of all joint replacements nationwide, so these counts reflect only a portion of a surgeon's full practice. Pennsylvania has 388 orthopedic surgeons in the current dataset.
Dr. Shannon's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (18 cases) and hip replacements (15 cases).
Hermitage is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Hermitage area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Shannon
How does Dr. Shannon's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Shannon performed 33 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Pennsylvania average is 63 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Shannon ranks #248 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Shannon perform?
Dr. Shannon's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (18 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Shannon in Hermitage?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Hermitage 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. Shannon represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Shannon's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 33 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Hermitage, Pennsylvania
Compare Dr. Shannon's volume with other surgeons practicing in Hermitage.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Mark Gardner | 77 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Bryan Hooks | 49 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Tonnies | 13 | Knee |
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