Dr. Brandon Lung, M.D.
Contact & Location
310-423-9718
Los Angeles, CA 90048
Orange, CA 92868
West Hollywood, CA 90048
Dr. Lung performs more hip replacement procedures than 8% of orthopedic surgeons in California, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #320 of 348 ranked hip surgeons in California.
About Dr. Lung
Practice. Dr. Brandon Lung is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Los Angeles, California. The latest annual CMS data records 12 hip replacements. That is #320 in California for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2019.
Trend. Dr. Lung first appears in the Medicare data in 2024. With 1 year on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 12 procedures is below the national average of 36. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Los Angeles has 34 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 1 year: 12 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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 25% to 33% for hip 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. Lung Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
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 Hip Replacement
If you are considering hip replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
Understanding the progression from conservative treatments to surgical intervention, and how to determine when hip replacement becomes the right choice.
Questions to Ask Your Surgeon Before Joint ReplacementA practical checklist of questions covering experience, technique, hospital choice, and recovery expectations to discuss during your surgical consultation.
Home Safety: Creating Your Recovery SanctuaryRoom-by-room modifications, equipment recommendations, and fall-prevention strategies to prepare your home for a safe post-surgical recovery.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after hip replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full hip replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Lung
How does Dr. Lung's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Lung has performed 12 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The California average is 68 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Lung ranks #574 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lung perform?
Dr. Lung's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 12 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lung in Los Angeles?
Yes. There are 34 orthopedic surgeons in Los Angeles 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. Lung 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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Lung's total volume across all insurers at roughly 40 to 50 procedures against the 12 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lung affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lung is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.
How does Dr. Lung compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Los Angeles?
Among the 34 orthopedic surgeons in Los Angeles, Dr. Lung ranks #33 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Los Angeles has 211 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lung practices?
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center (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 Los Angeles, California
Dr. Lung's 12 Medicare procedures are below the Los Angeles average of 106. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Los Angeles.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Tiberi | 211 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Oakes | 192 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Micah Adamson | 98 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Vishal Hegde | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Spitzer | 71 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Sassoon | 62 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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