Dr. Justin Griffin, M.D.
Contact & Location
757-490-4802
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Dr. Griffin performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 98% of orthopedic surgeons in Virginia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #1 of 64 ranked shoulder surgeons in Virginia.
About Dr. Griffin
Practice. Dr. Justin Griffin is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The latest annual CMS data records 110 shoulder replacements. That is #1 in Virginia for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2010.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2016 to 2024, 9 years. Volume rose from 16 procedures a year to 110, up 588%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 110 procedures is more than 3x the national average of 29. That is #24 nationally.
Local context. Virginia Beach has 13 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 16 |
| 2017 | 31 |
| 2018 | 54 |
| 2019 | 82 |
| 2020 | 68 |
| 2021 | 92 |
| 2022 | 104 |
| 2023 | 113 |
| 2024 | 110 |
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. 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. Griffin Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Griffin's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 588% from 16 procedures in 2016 to 110 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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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Griffin
How does Dr. Griffin's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Griffin has performed 110 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Virginia average of 82 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Griffin ranks #61 out of 229 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Griffin perform?
Dr. Griffin's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 110 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Griffin with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Griffin ranks #1 in Virginia for shoulder replacement with 110 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 229 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Griffin in Virginia Beach?
Yes. There are 13 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia Beach 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. Griffin 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, which puts Dr. Griffin's total volume across all insurers at roughly 300 to 380 procedures against the 110 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.
Has Dr. Griffin's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Griffin's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2016 to 110 in the most recent data, a 588% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 113 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Griffin affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Griffin is affiliated with Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center.
How does Dr. Griffin compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Virginia Beach?
Among the 13 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia Beach, Dr. Griffin ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Virginia Beach has 315 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Griffin practices?
Sentara Leigh Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Sentara Princess Anne Hospital (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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Dr. Griffin's 110 Medicare procedures are below the Virginia Beach average of 221. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Virginia Beach.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Dowd | 315 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Byrd | 298 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Louis Jordan | 289 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Gondusky | 250 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Edward Lambert | 154 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jack Siegel | 131 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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