Dr. Bert Tardieu, MD
Dr. Bert Tardieu is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Salinas, California. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Tardieu has performed 70 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#81 in California) and 16 hip replacements, for a combined total of 86 procedures.
In California, Dr. Tardieu performs above average in knee (70 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Tardieu's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 81% of reported Medicare volume.
Salinas is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Salinas area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Tardieu extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 28 to 86 in the most recent data, a 207% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Tardieu's 70 verified procedures is above 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. Tardieu Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Salinas, CA 93901
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Tardieu's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 207% from 28 procedures in 2013 to 86 in the most recent data.
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. Tardieu
How does Dr. Tardieu's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Tardieu has performed 86 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Tardieu ranks #143 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Tardieu perform?
Dr. Tardieu's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (70 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Tardieu in Salinas?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Salinas 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. Tardieu 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. Tardieu's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 86 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Tardieu's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Tardieu's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 28 procedures in 2013 to 86 in the most recent data, a 207% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 86 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Tardieu perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Tardieu's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (70 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Tardieu affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Tardieu is affiliated with Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, Community Hospital Of The Monterey Peninsula.
How does Dr. Tardieu compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Salinas?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Salinas, Dr. Tardieu ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Tardieu is among the highest-volume surgeons in Salinas.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Tardieu practices?
Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Community Hospital Of The Monterey Peninsula (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 Salinas, California
Dr. Tardieu's 86 Medicare procedures are below the Salinas average of 100. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Salinas.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Bonano | 154 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Gregorius | 119 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Allen Hershey | 39 | Knee |
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