Dr. Akira Yamamoto, MD
Dr. Akira Yamamoto is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mountain View, California. A Medicare provider since 2010, Dr. Yamamoto has performed 70 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#82 in California) and 35 hip replacements, for a combined total of 105 procedures.
In California, Dr. Yamamoto performs above average in knee (70 vs 45 avg), near average in hip (35 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Yamamoto's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (70 cases) and hip replacements (35 cases).
Mountain View is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Mountain View area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Yamamoto extend back to 2014, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 20 to 105 in the most recent data, a 425% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Yamamoto's 70 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Yamamoto Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Mountain View, CA 94040
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Yamamoto's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 425% from 20 procedures in 2014 to 105 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. Yamamoto
How does Dr. Yamamoto's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Yamamoto has performed 105 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Yamamoto ranks #97 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Yamamoto perform?
Dr. Yamamoto's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (70 cases) and hip replacement (35 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Yamamoto in Mountain View?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Mountain View 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 California surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Yamamoto 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. Yamamoto's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 105 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Yamamoto's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Yamamoto's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 20 procedures in 2014 to 105 in the most recent data, a 425% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 105 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Yamamoto perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Yamamoto's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (70 cases), hip replacement (35 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Yamamoto affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Yamamoto is affiliated with El Camino Health, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center.
How does Dr. Yamamoto compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Mountain View?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Mountain View, Dr. Yamamoto ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Yamamoto has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Yamamoto practices?
El Camino Health (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mills-Peninsula Medical Center (5 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 Mountain View, California
Dr. Yamamoto's 105 Medicare procedures are above the Mountain View average of 77. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mountain View.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Page | 103 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ashish Mittal | 82 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kier Ecklund | 17 | Shoulder |
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