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Top 10 hospitals performing TAVR procedures
Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is a minimally invasive procedure for patients diagnosed with aortic valve stenosis. This condition occurs when the aortic valve, situated between the left ventricle (the heart's lower chamber) and the body's main artery, the aorta, fails to open properly, leading to reduced blood flow from the heart to the body. The TAVR procedure replaces a thickened aortic valve that can’t fully open with an implantable medical device.
Procedural trends show a rise in the use of TAVR, which has become the preferred method for aortic valve replacement, surpassing traditional surgical approaches. This shift is largely due to the limitations of open-heart surgery, particularly for older patients or those with complex health conditions who may not be ideal surgical candidates. The growing adoption of TAVR has also been fueled by ongoing technological advancements, streamlined procedural techniques, and a decline in associated complications, factors that have collectively enhanced its appeal and accessibility in clinical practice, according to the American College of Cardiology.
Using data from the Definitive Healthcare Atlas All-Payor Claims Dataset and the Medicare Standard Analytical Files (SAF) to determine what percentage of total hospital patients were admitted specifically for a TAVR procedure, we ranked the top 10 hospitals leading in TAVR procedures by share of total patients.
| Rank | Definitive ID | Facility name | % of total patients | Explore dataset |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2687 | Morristown Medical Center | 1.08% | Explore |
| 2 | 998 | Piedmont Atlanta Hospital (AKA Piedmont Hospital) | 1.07% | Explore |
| 3 | 3120 | Cleveland Clinic Main Campus | 1.05% | Explore |
| 4 | 2843 | Tisch Hospital | 1.01% | Explore |
| 5 | 2191 | Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus | 1.00% | Explore |
| 6 | 2837 | The Mount Sinai Hospital (AKA Mount Sinai Medical Center) | 0.96% | Explore |
| 7 | 430 | Cedars-Sinai Medical Center | 0.91% | Explore |
| 8 | 541974 | NewYork-Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center | 0.74% | Explore |
| 9 | 2749 | Albany Medical Center | 0.70% | Explore |
| 10 | 2830 | St Francis Hospital & Heart Center (AKA St Francis Hospital - The Heart Center) | 0.64% | Explore |
Fig. 1 Data is from the Definitive Healthcare Atlas All-Payor Claims and the most recently available Medicare SAF data. Data accessed June 2026.
At the top of the list, Morristown Medical Center leads with TAVRs accounting for 1.08% of its total admitted patients, closely followed by Piedmont Atlanta Hospital (1.07%) and Cleveland Clinic (1.05%). In fact, the top five facilities all see TAVR procedures make up at least 1.00% of their entire patient base.
How healthcare organizations can use this data
Organizations across the healthcare landscape can use these metrics to gain clarity into the market, analyze the competition, and develop more effective growth strategies.
Because TAVR devices are expensive, medical device manufacturers can use this information to better understand where their primary revenue drivers are and allocate resources appropriately. Meanwhile, sales leadership can identify health systems with a low ratio of TAVR patients to pinpoint areas of the market that have not been penetrated.
Maintaining a robust TAVR program is also substantially expensive for hospitals and health systems, including dedicated hybrid operating rooms and multidisciplinary cardiovascular teams. Hospital executives and financial consultants can use this data to justify further investment in infrastructure and resources to their boards.
Finally, health insurance payors and group purchasing organizations can potentially use this data to drive value-based contracting strategies. Payors use these benchmarks when designing networks of centers of excellence, which they can use to steer members toward facilities where high procedure volume generally correlates with fewer complications and shorter lengths of stay. Meanwhile, GPOs can use this data as a means to gain more leverage during negotiations to secure deeper bulk-pricing discounts on medical devices related to TAVR procedures.
How many TAVR centers are there in the U.S.?
The exact number of TAVR centers in the U.S. fluctuates slightly due to the dynamic nature of healthcare facilities expanding or adjusting their capabilities. In 2024, more than 800 hospitals performed TAVR procedures, reflecting an ongoing increase in the adoption of this less invasive technique for treating aortic valve stenosis.
While the overall number of centers offering TAVR has grown, high-volume centers, which perform a significant number of these procedures annually, tend to be more concentrated. These high-volume centers are critical as they often have better outcomes and lower complication rates due to their extensive experience and specialized resources.
What kind of doctors perform TAVR procedures?
TAVR procedures are performed by a specialized team of healthcare professionals. This team typically includes interventional cardiologists, who specialize in catheter-based treatments for heart diseases, and cardiothoracic surgeons, who bring their expertise in cardiac anatomy and surgical techniques, especially for handling potential complications that may necessitate open-heart surgery.
Cardiac anesthesiologists play a crucial role in managing anesthesia and monitoring vital functions during the procedure. Imaging specialists, such as radiologists or cardiologists with expertise in cardiac imaging techniques provide real-time imaging guidance to ensure accurate valve placement.
General cardiologists are often involved in the pre-procedure evaluation, intra-procedure care, and post-procedure follow-up, managing any cardiac-related issues that may arise. Additionally, specialized cardiac nurses and technicians assist in preparing the patient, monitoring during the procedure, and providing post-procedure care, ensuring that all necessary equipment is available and functioning properly.
The collaboration of this multidisciplinary team is essential for the success of TAVR procedures, as each member contributes a unique set of skills and expertise to handle the various aspects of the procedure from preoperative planning to postoperative care.
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