Dr. Shiv Patel, MD
Contact & Location
Burleson, TX 76028
Dr. Shiv Patel is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Burleson, Texas. Dr. Patel has performed 14 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #115 in Texas.
In Texas, Dr. Patel performs below average in shoulder (14 vs 27 avg).
Dr. Patel's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 14 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.
Burleson is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Burleson area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Patel first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Patel's 14 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 29 among 2,213 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. Patel Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Patel has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Patel
How does Dr. Patel's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Patel has performed 14 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Texas average is 57 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Patel ranks #530 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Patel perform?
Dr. Patel's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 14 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Patel in Burleson?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Burleson 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 Texas surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Patel 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. Patel's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 14 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Patel affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Texas Health Huguley Hospital Fort Worth South, Baylor Scott And White Surgical Hospital Fortworth, Texas Health Hospital Mansfield, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center- Waxahachie.
How does Dr. Patel compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Burleson?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Burleson, Dr. Patel ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Patel is among the highest-volume surgeons in Burleson.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Patel practices?
Texas Health Huguley Hospital Fort Worth South (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Baylor Scott And White Surgical Hospital Fortworth (hip/knee complication rate above national average); Texas Health Hospital Mansfield (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Burleson, Texas
Dr. Patel's 14 Medicare procedures are below the Burleson average of 18. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Burleson.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Von Evans | 21 | Knee |
| Dr. John Thomas | 20 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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