Dr. Elshaday Belay, M.D.
Contact & Location
Fairfax, VA 22033
Dr. Elshaday Belay is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Belay has performed 32 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#77 in Virginia) and 20 knee replacements, for a combined total of 52 procedures.
In Virginia, Dr. Belay performs below average in hip (32 vs 47 avg), below average in knee (20 vs 58 avg).
Dr. Belay's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (32 cases) and knee replacements (20 cases).
Fairfax is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Fairfax area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Belay first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,532 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Belay's 32 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
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. Belay Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
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 Hip Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Belay
How does Dr. Belay's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Belay has performed 52 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. Belay ranks #115 out of 229 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Belay perform?
Dr. Belay's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (32 cases) and knee replacement (20 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Belay in Fairfax?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Fairfax 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. Belay 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. Belay's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 52 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Belay perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Belay's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (32 cases), knee replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Belay affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Belay is affiliated with Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center, Reston Hospital Center, Inova Loudoun Hospital.
How does Dr. Belay compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fairfax?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Fairfax, Dr. Belay ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Fairfax has 292 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Belay practices?
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); Reston Hospital 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 Fairfax, Virginia
Dr. Belay's 52 Medicare procedures are below the Fairfax average of 98. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fairfax.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bradley Boyd | 292 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joshua Campbell | 154 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Novak | 64 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Hrishikesh Gogineni | 47 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Keith Lawhorn | 41 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Ryan Miyamoto | 36 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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