Dr. Timothy Shannon is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Aiken, South Carolina. In 2023, Dr. Shannon performed 14 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#70 in South Carolina) and 13 knee replacements, for a combined total of 27 procedures.
Dr. Shannon recorded 27 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. South Carolina has 151 orthopedic surgeons in the current dataset.
Dr. Shannon's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (14 cases) and knee replacements (13 cases).
Aiken is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Aiken 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.
Hospital Affiliations
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Shannon
How does Dr. Shannon's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Shannon performed 27 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The South Carolina average is 78 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Shannon ranks #111 out of 151 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Shannon perform?
Dr. Shannon's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (14 cases) and knee replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Shannon in Aiken?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Aiken 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 South Carolina 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 27 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Aiken, South Carolina
Compare Dr. Shannon's volume with other surgeons practicing in Aiken.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Edward Crosland | 113 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Massie | 30 | Knee |
| Dr. Douglas Holford | 27 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Evan Ekman | 19 | Knee |
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