Dr. Alfred Coppola, MD
Dr. Alfred Coppola is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bakersfield, California. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Coppola has performed 46 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#152 in California) and 24 hip replacements, for a combined total of 70 procedures.
In California, Dr. Coppola performs near average in knee (46 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (24 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Coppola's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (46 cases) and hip replacements (24 cases).
Bakersfield is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bakersfield area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Coppola's Medicare record spans 11 years from 2013 through 2023. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 57 to 100 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Coppola's 46 verified procedures is near 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. Coppola Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Bakersfield, CA 93311
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Coppola's procedure volume has been consistent across 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 57 to 100 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Coppola
How does Dr. Coppola's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Coppola has performed 70 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Coppola ranks #189 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Coppola perform?
Dr. Coppola's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (46 cases) and hip replacement (24 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Coppola in Bakersfield?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Bakersfield 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. Coppola 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. Coppola's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 70 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Coppola's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Coppola's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 57 to 100 procedures per year between 2013 and 2023. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Coppola perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Coppola's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (46 cases), hip replacement (24 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Coppola affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Coppola is affiliated with Mercy Hospital, Kern Medical Center.
How does Dr. Coppola compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bakersfield?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Bakersfield, Dr. Coppola ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Bakersfield has 213 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Coppola practices?
Mercy Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Kern Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Bakersfield, California
Dr. Coppola's 70 Medicare procedures are below the Bakersfield average of 102. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bakersfield.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Fadi Saied | 213 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Karl Balch | 124 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Galan | 79 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Karan Srivastava | 22 | Knee |
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