Dr. Bert Tardieu, MD
Contact & Location
Salinas, CA 93901
Dr. Bert Tardieu is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Salinas, California. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Tardieu has completed 35 knee replacements (#214 in California), 18 shoulder replacements, and 17 hip replacements, totaling 70 Medicare-verified procedures.
In California, Dr. Tardieu performs below average in knee (35 vs 47 avg), below average in shoulder (18 vs 31 avg), below average in hip (17 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Tardieu performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (35 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (18) and hip replacements (17).
Salinas is home to 5 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 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 28 to 70 in the most recent data, a 150% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Tardieu's 35 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Tardieu's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 150% from 28 procedures in 2013 to 70 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 70 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the California average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Tardieu ranks #197 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Tardieu perform?
Dr. Tardieu performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (35 cases), shoulder replacement (18 cases), hip replacement (17 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Tardieu in Salinas?
Yes. There are 5 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 70 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 70 in the most recent data, a 150% increase over 12 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 (35 cases), shoulder replacement (18 cases), hip replacement (17 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Tardieu among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
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 5 orthopedic surgeons in Salinas, Dr. Tardieu ranks #2 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 70 Medicare procedures are above the Salinas average of 58. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Salinas.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Stephen Gregorius | 108 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Bonano | 65 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Allen Hershey | 34 | Knee |
| Dr. Kartheek Reddy | 15 | Knee |
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