How do I contact Dr. Richard Friedman?

You can contact Dr. Richard Friedman at 843-792-1414. The practice is located at 171 Ashley Ave in Charleston, South Carolina.

What procedures does Dr. Richard Friedman specialize in?

Dr. Richard Friedman is an orthopedic surgeon in Charleston, South Carolina specializing in joint replacement procedures. Medicare data shows procedures performed including knee replacement, shoulder replacement.

How many Medicare procedures has Dr. Richard Friedman performed?

According to Medicare data, Dr. Richard Friedman has performed 68 joint replacement procedures. This represents Medicare fee-for-service cases and accounts for approximately 33-37% of all procedures nationwide.

What is Dr. Richard Friedman's ranking in South Carolina?

Dr. Richard Friedman is ranked #65 overall in South Carolina for orthopedic procedure volume based on Medicare data.

Does Dr. Richard Friedman accept new patients?

To find out if Dr. Richard Friedman is accepting new patients, please contact the office directly at 843-792-1414. Most orthopedic surgeons require a referral from your primary care physician.

Dr. Richard Friedman, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Richard Friedman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Charleston, South Carolina. In 2023, Dr. Friedman performed 55 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements (#3 in South Carolina) and 13 knee replacements (#109 in South Carolina), for a combined total of 68 procedures. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Shoulder Replacement

55 verified cases

#3 in South Carolina

Knee Replacement

13 verified cases

#109 in South Carolina

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Friedman

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (68 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Friedman, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 843-792-1414

171 Ashley Ave
Charleston, SC 29425

NPI: 1245223452

Credentials: MD

✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)

📅 21 years of practice experience

🎓 Licensed MD

🏥 Licensed surgical specialist

🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon

📞 Contact information available

Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.

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Dr. Richard Friedman, MD

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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

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