Dr. Aaron Carter, M.D.
Contact & Location
703-435-6604
Reston, VA 20190
Miami, FL 33136
Dr. Carter performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 42% of orthopedic surgeons in Virginia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #37 of 64 ranked shoulder surgeons in Virginia.
About Dr. Carter
Practice. Dr. Aaron Carter is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Reston, Virginia. The latest annual CMS data records 21 shoulder replacements and 12 knee replacements, 33 procedures in all. That is #37 in Virginia for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2011.
Trend. Dr. Carter first appears in the Medicare data in 2023. With 2 years on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 21 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Reston has 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 2 years: 20 procedures in 2023 and 33 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Carter Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Carter has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. 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
If you are considering shoulder replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
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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
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
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. Carter
How does Dr. Carter's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Carter has performed 33 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Virginia average is 82 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Carter ranks #164 out of 229 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Carter perform?
Dr. Carter's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (21 cases) and knee replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Carter in Reston?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Reston 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 Virginia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Carter represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Carter's total volume across all insurers at roughly 100 to 120 procedures against the 33 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Does Dr. Carter perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Carter's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (21 cases), knee replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Carter affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Carter is affiliated with Reston Hospital Center, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center, Uva Health Haymarket Medical Center, Inova Loudoun Hospital.
How does Dr. Carter compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Reston?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Reston, Dr. Carter ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Reston has 166 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Carter practices?
Reston Hospital Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Inova Fair Oaks Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Virginia Hospital Center (5 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 Reston, Virginia
Dr. Carter's 33 Medicare procedures are below the Reston average of 76. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Reston.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Reeves | 166 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Klein | 100 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. George Aguiar | 93 | Knee |
| Dr. Vignesh Alamanda | 83 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Mook | 39 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Thomas Fleeter | 19 | Hip |
Patient Resources & Verification
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