Dr. Brad Penenberg, M.D.
Dr. Brad Penenberg is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Beverly Hills, California. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Penenberg has performed 154 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#16 in California) and 138 hip replacements, for a combined total of 292 procedures.
In California, Dr. Penenberg performs well above average in knee (154 vs 45 avg), well above average in hip (138 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Penenberg's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (154 cases) and hip replacements (138 cases).
Beverly Hills is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Beverly Hills area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Penenberg's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 384 procedures in 2017 before settling at 292 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Penenberg's 154 verified procedures is more than 3x the national average of 45, ranking #150 nationally.
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. Penenberg Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Penenberg's recorded volume peaked at 384 procedures in 2017 and stood at 292 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Penenberg
How does Dr. Penenberg's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Penenberg has performed 292 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 4x the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Penenberg ranks #11 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Penenberg perform?
Dr. Penenberg's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (154 cases) and hip replacement (138 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Penenberg with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Penenberg ranks #16 in California for knee replacement with 154 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 608 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Penenberg in Beverly Hills?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Beverly Hills 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. Penenberg 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. Penenberg's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 292 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Penenberg's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Penenberg's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 384 procedures in 2017 and was 292 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Penenberg perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Penenberg's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (154 cases), hip replacement (138 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Penenberg affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Penenberg is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Glendale Adventist Medical Center, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital.
How does Dr. Penenberg compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Beverly Hills?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Beverly Hills, Dr. Penenberg ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Penenberg is among the highest-volume surgeons in Beverly Hills.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Penenberg practices?
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Glendale Adventist Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, 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 Beverly Hills, California
Dr. Penenberg's 292 Medicare procedures are below the Beverly Hills average of 337. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Beverly Hills.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Andrew Yun | 691 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Golden | 28 | Hip, Knee |
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