Dr. Jonathan Shaver, MD
Contact & Location
Lenoir City, TN 37772
Dr. Jonathan Shaver is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lenoir City, Tennessee. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Shaver has performed 49 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#61 in Tennessee) and 31 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 80 procedures.
In Tennessee, Dr. Shaver performs near average in knee (49 vs 46 avg), near average in shoulder (31 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Shaver's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (49 cases) and shoulder replacements (31 cases).
Lenoir City is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lenoir City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Shaver extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 15 to 80 in the most recent data, a 433% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Shaver's 49 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Shaver Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Shaver's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 433% from 15 procedures in 2013 to 80 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. Shaver
How does Dr. Shaver's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Shaver has performed 80 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Tennessee average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Shaver ranks #63 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Shaver perform?
Dr. Shaver's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (49 cases) and shoulder replacement (31 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Shaver in Lenoir City?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Lenoir 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. Shaver 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. Shaver's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 80 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Shaver's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Shaver's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2013 to 80 in the most recent data, a 433% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 80 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Shaver perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Shaver's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (49 cases), shoulder replacement (31 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Shaver affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Shaver is affiliated with Fort Loudon Medical Center, Parkwest Medical Center, Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center, Blount Memorial Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Shaver practices?
Fort Loudon Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars); Parkwest Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Fort Sanders Regional 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 Lenoir City, Tennessee
Dr. Shaver's 80 Medicare procedures are above the Lenoir City average of 55. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lenoir City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Donald Sandercock | 29 | Hip, Knee |
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