Shoulder
Dr. Behnam Sharareh, M.D
Dr. Behnam Sharareh is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Oxnard, California. A Medicare provider since 2016, Dr. Sharareh has performed 26 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #51 in California.
In California, Dr. Sharareh performs near average in shoulder (26 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Sharareh's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 26 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Oxnard is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Oxnard area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Sharareh first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 2,092 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Sharareh's 26 verified procedures is near the national average of 28.
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. Sharareh Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Oxnard, CA 93030
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Sharareh
How does Dr. Sharareh's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Sharareh has performed 26 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The California average is 65 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Sharareh ranks #402 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sharareh perform?
Dr. Sharareh's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 26 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sharareh in Oxnard?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Oxnard 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. Sharareh 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. Sharareh's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 26 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sharareh affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sharareh is affiliated with Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura, St Johns Regional Medical Center, Community Memorial Hospital - Ojai.
How does Dr. Sharareh compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Oxnard?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Oxnard, Dr. Sharareh ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Sharareh is among the highest-volume surgeons in Oxnard.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sharareh practices?
Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Johns Regional Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Community Memorial Hospital - Ojai (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 Oxnard, California
Dr. Sharareh's 26 Medicare procedures are below the Oxnard average of 49. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Oxnard.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Quinn | 108 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Jeffers | 13 | Knee |
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