Dr. Bradley Crow, MD
Contact & Location
Stanford, CA 94305
Dr. Bradley Crow is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Stanford, California. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Crow has performed 121 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#35 in California) and 62 hip replacements, for a combined total of 183 procedures.
In California, Dr. Crow performs well above average in knee (121 vs 47 avg), above average in hip (62 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Crow's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (121 cases) and hip replacements (62 cases).
Stanford is home to 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Stanford area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Crow extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 62 to 183 in the most recent data, a 195% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Crow's 121 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
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. Crow Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Crow's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 195% from 62 procedures in 2013 to 183 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. Crow
How does Dr. Crow's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Crow has performed 183 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the California average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Crow ranks #47 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Crow perform?
Dr. Crow's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (121 cases) and hip replacement (62 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Crow in Stanford?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Stanford 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. Crow 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. Crow's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 183 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Crow's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Crow's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 62 procedures in 2013 to 183 in the most recent data, a 195% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 183 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Crow perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Crow's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (121 cases), hip replacement (62 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Crow affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Crow is affiliated with Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley, Stanford Health Care.
How does Dr. Crow compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Stanford?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Stanford, Dr. Crow ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Crow is among the highest-volume surgeons in Stanford.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Crow practices?
Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Stanford Health Care (5 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 Stanford, California
Dr. Crow's 183 Medicare procedures are above the Stanford average of 157. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Stanford.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Mayle | 312 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Miller | 196 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Huddleston | 152 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Holly Haight | 89 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Emilie Cheung | 85 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Derek Amanatullah | 79 | Hip, Knee |
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