Dr. Andrew Brooks, M.D.
Contact & Location
707-624-7900
Vacaville, CA 95687
About Dr. Brooks
Dr. Andrew Brooks is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Vacaville, California. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Brooks performed 50 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#139 in California) and 18 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 68 procedures.
In California, Dr. Brooks performs near the state average in knee (50 vs 47), below the state average in hip (18 vs 41).
Dr. Brooks's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (50 cases) and hip replacements (18 cases).
Dr. Brooks is the only orthopedic surgeon in Vacaville represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Brooks's Medicare record spans 12 years from 2013 through 2024. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 53 to 78 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Brooks's 50 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 23 | 39 |
| 2014 | 20 | 38 |
| 2015 | 20 | 46 |
| 2016 | 25 | 44 |
| 2017 | 13 | 40 |
| 2018 | 23 | 45 |
| 2019 | 27 | 49 |
| 2020 | 21 | 48 |
| 2021 | 30 | 45 |
| 2022 | 23 | 55 |
| 2023 | 20 | 51 |
| 2024 | 18 | 50 |
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. Brooks Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Brooks's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 53 to 78 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. Brooks
How does Dr. Brooks's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Brooks has performed 68 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the California average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Brooks ranks #206 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Brooks perform?
Dr. Brooks's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (50 cases) and hip replacement (18 cases).
Where is Dr. Brooks's practice located?
Dr. Brooks practices in Vacaville, California. The office is located at 1010 Nut Tree Rd, Vacaville, CA 95687. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Brooks for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Brooks 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. Brooks's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 68 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Brooks's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Brooks's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 53 to 78 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Brooks perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Brooks's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (50 cases), hip replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Brooks affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Brooks is affiliated with Northbay Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Brooks practices?
Northbay Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento (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.
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