Dr. Shyam Brahmabhatt, M.D.
Contact & Location
215-830-8700
Willow Grove, PA 19090
Dr. Brahmabhatt performs more knee replacement procedures than 64% of orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #109 of 308 ranked knee surgeons in Pennsylvania.
About Dr. Brahmabhatt
Practice. Dr. Shyam Brahmabhatt is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Willow Grove, Pennsylvania. The latest annual CMS data records 45 knee replacements and 32 shoulder replacements, 77 procedures in all. That is #109 in Pennsylvania for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 21 procedures a year to 77, up 267%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 45 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Willow Grove has 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 21 | 0 |
| 2014 | 31 | 12 |
| 2015 | 36 | 0 |
| 2016 | 40 | 13 |
| 2017 | 49 | 15 |
| 2018 | 61 | 28 |
| 2019 | 66 | 28 |
| 2020 | 55 | 43 |
| 2021 | 48 | 26 |
| 2022 | 60 | 25 |
| 2023 | 45 | 26 |
| 2024 | 45 | 32 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Brahmabhatt Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Brahmabhatt's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 267% from 21 procedures in 2013 to 77 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. Brahmabhatt
How does Dr. Brahmabhatt's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Brahmabhatt has performed 77 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Pennsylvania average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Brahmabhatt ranks #103 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Brahmabhatt perform?
Dr. Brahmabhatt's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (45 cases) and shoulder replacement (32 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Brahmabhatt in Willow Grove?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Willow Grove 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. Brahmabhatt represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Brahmabhatt's total volume across all insurers at roughly 250 to 310 procedures against the 77 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Brahmabhatt's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Brahmabhatt's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 21 procedures in 2013 to 77 in the most recent data, a 267% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 98 procedures in 2020.
Does Dr. Brahmabhatt perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Brahmabhatt's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (45 cases), shoulder replacement (32 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Brahmabhatt affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Brahmabhatt is affiliated with Jefferson Abington Hospital, Holy Redeemer Hospital And Medical Center, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Doylestown Hospital, St Luke'S Hospital - Grand View Campus.
How does Dr. Brahmabhatt compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Willow Grove?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Willow Grove, Dr. Brahmabhatt ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Brahmabhatt is among the highest-volume surgeons in Willow Grove.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Brahmabhatt practices?
Jefferson Abington Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Holy Redeemer Hospital And Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital (2 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 Willow Grove, Pennsylvania
Dr. Brahmabhatt's 77 Medicare procedures are below the Willow Grove average of 102. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Willow Grove.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Chad Krueger | 202 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Amini | 26 | Shoulder |
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