Dr. Bruce Le, DO, MS
Dr. Bruce Le is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Visalia, California. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Le has performed 33 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#226 in California) and 31 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 64 procedures.
In California, Dr. Le performs below average in knee (33 vs 45 avg), near average in shoulder (31 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Le's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (33 cases) and shoulder replacements (31 cases).
Visalia is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Visalia area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Le extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 38 to 64 in the most recent data, a 68% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Le's 33 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Le Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Visalia, CA 93277
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Le's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 68% from 38 procedures in 2013 to 64 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. Le
How does Dr. Le's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Le has performed 64 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Le ranks #205 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Le perform?
Dr. Le's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (33 cases) and shoulder replacement (31 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Le in Visalia?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Visalia 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. Le 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. Le's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 64 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Le's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Le's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 38 procedures in 2013 to 64 in the most recent data, a 68% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 64 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Le perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Le's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (33 cases), shoulder replacement (31 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Le affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Le is affiliated with Kaweah Health Medical Center, Adventist Health Hanford, Sierra View Medical Center.
How does Dr. Le compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Visalia?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Visalia, Dr. Le ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Visalia has 116 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Le practices?
Kaweah Health Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Adventist Health Hanford (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Sierra View Medical Center (2 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 Visalia, California
Dr. Le's 64 Medicare procedures are below the Visalia average of 71. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Visalia.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Burton Redd | 116 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Ian Duncan | 109 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jun Kim | 79 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Seth Criner | 47 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Frank Feng | 44 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Tan | 36 | Knee |
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