Dr. Ben Dubois, M.D.
Contact & Location
619-462-3131
La Mesa, CA 91942
Dr. Dubois performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 86% of orthopedic surgeons in California, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #19 of 139 ranked shoulder surgeons in California.
About Dr. Dubois
Practice. Dr. Ben Dubois is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in La Mesa, California. The latest annual CMS data records 55 shoulder replacements. That is #19 in California for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 51 and 90 procedures a year.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 55 procedures is above the national average of 29.
Local context. La Mesa has 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 52 |
| 2014 | 58 |
| 2015 | 59 |
| 2016 | 67 |
| 2017 | 70 |
| 2018 | 65 |
| 2019 | 90 |
| 2020 | 63 |
| 2021 | 59 |
| 2022 | 66 |
| 2023 | 51 |
| 2024 | 55 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Dubois Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dubois's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 51 to 90 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Dubois
How does Dr. Dubois's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Dubois has performed 55 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the California average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Dubois ranks #251 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dubois perform?
Dr. Dubois's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 55 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Dubois with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Dubois ranks #19 in California for shoulder replacement with 55 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 613 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dubois in La Mesa?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in La Mesa 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. Dubois represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Dubois's total volume across all insurers at roughly 150 to 190 procedures against the 55 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Dubois's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Dubois's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 51 to 90 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dubois affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dubois is affiliated with Grossmont Hospital.
How does Dr. Dubois compare to other orthopedic surgeons in La Mesa?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in La Mesa, Dr. Dubois ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in La Mesa has 118 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dubois practices?
Grossmont Hospital (3 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 La Mesa, California
Dr. Dubois's 55 Medicare procedures are below the La Mesa average of 79. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in La Mesa.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Peter Hanson | 118 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Hacker | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Yoo | 68 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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