Dr. Alexander Nedopil, M.D.
Dr. Alexander Nedopil is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sacramento, California. A Medicare provider since 2013, Dr. Nedopil has performed 88 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#54 in California) and 47 hip replacements, for a combined total of 135 procedures.
In California, Dr. Nedopil performs above average in knee (88 vs 45 avg), near average in hip (47 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Nedopil's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (88 cases) and hip replacements (47 cases).
Sacramento is home to 31 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Sacramento area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Nedopil extend back to 2020, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 135 in the most recent data, a 1025% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Nedopil's 88 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. Nedopil Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Sacramento, CA 95817
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Nedopil's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 1025% from 12 procedures in 2020 to 135 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. Nedopil
How does Dr. Nedopil's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Nedopil has performed 135 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Nedopil ranks #63 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Nedopil perform?
Dr. Nedopil's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (88 cases) and hip replacement (47 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Nedopil in Sacramento?
Yes. There are 31 orthopedic surgeons in Sacramento 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. Nedopil 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. Nedopil's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 135 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Nedopil's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Nedopil's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2020 to 135 in the most recent data, a 1025% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 135 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Nedopil perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Nedopil's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (88 cases), hip replacement (47 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Nedopil affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Nedopil is affiliated with Adventist Health Lodi Memorial, Sutter Amador Hospital.
How does Dr. Nedopil compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Sacramento?
Among the 31 orthopedic surgeons in Sacramento, Dr. Nedopil ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Nedopil is among the highest-volume surgeons in Sacramento.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Nedopil practices?
Adventist Health Lodi Memorial (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Sutter Amador 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 Sacramento, California
Dr. Nedopil's 135 Medicare procedures are above the Sacramento average of 114. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Sacramento.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Stephen Howell | 220 | Knee |
| Dr. Mauro Giordani | 100 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Meehan | 95 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gavin Pereira | 87 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Parker Goodell | 83 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Tai | 75 | Hip, Knee |
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