Shoulder
Dr. Tyler Brolin, M.D.
Dr. Tyler Brolin is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Collierville, Tennessee. Dr. Brolin has performed 85 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #2 in Tennessee.
In Tennessee, Dr. Brolin performs well above average in shoulder (85 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Brolin's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 85 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Dr. Brolin is the only orthopedic surgeon in Collierville represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Brolin extend back to 2017, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 85 in the most recent data, a 673% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 2,092 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Brolin's 85 verified procedures is more than 3x the national average of 28, ranking #61 nationally.
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. Brolin Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Contact & Location
Collierville, TN 38017
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Brolin's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 673% from 11 procedures in 2017 to 85 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full shoulder replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Brolin
How does Dr. Brolin's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Brolin has performed 85 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Tennessee average of 64 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Brolin ranks #52 out of 214 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Brolin perform?
Dr. Brolin's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 85 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Brolin with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Brolin ranks #2 in Tennessee for shoulder replacement with 85 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 214 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Where is Dr. Brolin's practice located?
Dr. Brolin practices in Collierville, Tennessee. The office is located at 1458 W Poplar Ave Ste 100, Collierville, TN 38017. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Brolin for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Brolin 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. Brolin's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 85 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Brolin's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Brolin's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2017 to 85 in the most recent data, a 673% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 85 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Brolin affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Brolin is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital, Methodist Hospitals Of Memphis.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Brolin practices?
Baptist Memorial Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Methodist Hospitals Of Memphis (4 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.
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