Dr. Brian Hamlin
Contact & Location
304-598-4000
Morgantown, WV 26506
Dr. Hamlin performs more knee replacement procedures than 86% of orthopedic surgeons in West Virginia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #5 of 37 ranked knee surgeons in West Virginia.
About Dr. Hamlin
Practice. Dr. Brian Hamlin is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Morgantown, West Virginia. The latest annual CMS data records 88 knee replacements and 33 hip replacements, 121 procedures in all. That is #5 in West Virginia for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 59 procedures a year to 121, up 105%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 88 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Morgantown has 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Hamlin also holds hospital privileges in PA and WV, a practice that extends beyond West Virginia.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 28 | 31 |
| 2014 | 22 | 36 |
| 2015 | 26 | 45 |
| 2016 | 39 | 52 |
| 2017 | 37 | 52 |
| 2018 | 37 | 55 |
| 2019 | 38 | 80 |
| 2020 | 22 | 58 |
| 2021 | 38 | 79 |
| 2022 | 35 | 83 |
| 2023 | 24 | 70 |
| 2024 | 33 | 88 |
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Hamlin Compares
Procedure volume compared to the West Virginia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hamlin's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 105% from 59 procedures in 2013 to 121 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 Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Hamlin
How does Dr. Hamlin's procedure volume compare to other West Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Hamlin has performed 121 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the West Virginia average of 52 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hamlin ranks #3 out of 45 orthopedic surgeons in West Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hamlin perform?
Dr. Hamlin's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (88 cases) and hip replacement (33 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Hamlin with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Hamlin ranks #5 in West Virginia for knee replacement with 88 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 45 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hamlin in Morgantown?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Morgantown 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 West Virginia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Hamlin 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Hamlin's total volume across all insurers at roughly 410 to 510 procedures against the 121 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. Hamlin's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hamlin's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 59 procedures in 2013 to 121 in the most recent data, a 105% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 121 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Hamlin perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hamlin's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (88 cases), hip replacement (33 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hamlin affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hamlin is affiliated with Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System, Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside, West Virginia University Hospitals, Inc, Upmc St Margaret, St Clair Hospital. Dr. Hamlin maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Hamlin compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Morgantown?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Morgantown, Dr. Hamlin ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Hamlin is among the highest-volume surgeons in Morgantown.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hamlin practices?
Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); West Virginia University Hospitals, Inc (2 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 Morgantown, West Virginia
Dr. Hamlin's 121 Medicare procedures are above the Morgantown average of 84. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Morgantown.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jacob Conjeski | 138 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Klein | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Benjamin Frye | 82 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nick Zervos | 65 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Timothy Murphy | 49 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. George Bal | 35 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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