Dr. Alan Aiken, DO
Contact & Location
Johnson City, TN 37601
Dr. Alan Aiken is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Johnson City, Tennessee. A Medicare provider since 2014, Dr. Aiken has performed 13 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#163 in Tennessee) and 13 hip replacements, for a combined total of 26 procedures.
In Tennessee, Dr. Aiken performs below average in knee (13 vs 46 avg), below average in hip (13 vs 36 avg).
Dr. Aiken's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (13 cases) and hip replacements (13 cases).
Johnson City is home to 12 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Johnson City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Aiken extend back to 2020, covering 3 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 26 in the most recent data, a 136% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Aiken's 13 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Aiken Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Aiken's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 136% from 11 procedures in 2020 to 26 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. Aiken
How does Dr. Aiken's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Aiken has performed 26 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Tennessee average is 65 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Aiken ranks #158 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Aiken perform?
Dr. Aiken's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (13 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Aiken in Johnson City?
Yes. There are 12 orthopedic surgeons in Johnson City 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 Tennessee surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Aiken 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. Aiken's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 26 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Aiken's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Aiken's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2020 to 26 in the most recent data, a 136% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 26 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Aiken perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Aiken's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (13 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Aiken affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Aiken is affiliated with Holston Valley Medical Center.
How does Dr. Aiken compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Johnson City?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in Johnson City, Dr. Aiken ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Johnson City has 79 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Aiken practices?
Holston Valley Medical Center (3 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 Johnson City, Tennessee
Dr. Aiken's 26 Medicare procedures are below the Johnson City average of 48. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Johnson City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jason Brashear | 79 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Stewart | 70 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dustin Price | 50 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Hurst | 42 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Gill | 38 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Larry Waldrop | 34 | Shoulder |
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