Dr. Ameer Elbuluk is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in San Diego, California. In 2023, Dr. Elbuluk performed 36 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#120 in California) and 20 knee replacements, for a combined total of 56 procedures.
Dr. Elbuluk's 56 Medicare procedures are near the California median of 42. The state has 580 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Elbuluk's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (36 cases) and knee replacements (20 cases).
San Diego is home to 25 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the San Diego area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Elbuluk
How does Dr. Elbuluk's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Elbuluk performed 56 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the California average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Elbuluk ranks #225 out of 580 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Elbuluk perform?
Dr. Elbuluk's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (36 cases) and knee replacement (20 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Elbuluk in San Diego?
Yes. There are 25 orthopedic surgeons in San Diego 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. Elbuluk represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Elbuluk's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 56 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in San Diego, California
Compare Dr. Elbuluk's volume with other surgeons practicing in San Diego.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Scott Ball | 227 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Francis Gonzales | 161 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Fabi | 104 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Nguyen | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daljeet Sagoo | 81 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Allsing | 69 | Hip, Knee |
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