Dr. Armin Aalami Harandi, M.D.
Contact & Location
540-321-3120
Culpeper, VA 22701
About Dr. Aalami Harandi
Dr. Armin Aalami Harandi is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Culpeper, Virginia. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Aalami Harandi performed 43 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#90 in Virginia) and 15 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 58 procedures.
In Virginia, Dr. Aalami Harandi performs below the state average in knee (43 vs 58), below the state average in hip (15 vs 47).
Dr. Aalami Harandi's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (43 cases) and hip replacements (15 cases).
Culpeper is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Culpeper area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Aalami Harandi extend back to 2014, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 58 in the most recent data, a 427% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Aalami Harandi's 43 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 11 |
| 2015 | 11 | 16 |
| 2016 | 0 | 12 |
| 2017 | 13 | 0 |
| 2018 | 11 | 18 |
| 2019 | 16 | 19 |
| 2020 | 0 | 32 |
| 2021 | 11 | 26 |
| 2022 | 21 | 35 |
| 2023 | 21 | 42 |
| 2024 | 15 | 43 |
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. Aalami Harandi Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Aalami Harandi's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 427% from 11 procedures in 2014 to 58 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. Aalami Harandi
How does Dr. Aalami Harandi's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Aalami Harandi has performed 58 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. Aalami Harandi ranks #104 out of 229 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Aalami Harandi perform?
Dr. Aalami Harandi's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (43 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Aalami Harandi in Culpeper?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Culpeper 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. Aalami Harandi 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. Aalami Harandi's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 58 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Aalami Harandi's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Aalami Harandi's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2014 to 58 in the most recent data, a 427% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 63 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Aalami Harandi perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Aalami Harandi's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (43 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Aalami Harandi affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Aalami Harandi is affiliated with Uva Health Culpeper Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Aalami Harandi practices?
Uva Health Culpeper Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, 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 Culpeper, Virginia
Dr. Aalami Harandi's 58 Medicare procedures are above the Culpeper average of 37. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Culpeper.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Craig Reigel | 15 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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