Dr. Carter Maurer, M.D.
Dr. Carter Maurer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in San Diego, California. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Maurer has performed 21 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#214 in California) and 14 knee replacements, for a combined total of 35 procedures.
In California, Dr. Maurer performs below average in hip (21 vs 41 avg), below average in knee (14 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Maurer's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (21 cases) and knee replacements (14 cases).
San Diego is home to 26 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the San Diego area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Maurer extend back to 2014, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 17 to 35 in the most recent data, a 106% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Maurer's 21 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 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. Maurer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
San Diego, CA 92123
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Maurer's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 106% from 17 procedures in 2014 to 35 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. Maurer
How does Dr. Maurer's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Maurer has performed 35 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The California average is 65 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Maurer ranks #341 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Maurer perform?
Dr. Maurer's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (21 cases) and knee replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Maurer in San Diego?
Yes. There are 26 orthopedic surgeons in San Diego 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. Maurer 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. Maurer's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 35 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Maurer's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Maurer's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 17 procedures in 2014 to 35 in the most recent data, a 106% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 50 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Maurer perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Maurer's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (21 cases), knee replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Maurer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Maurer is affiliated with Sharp Coronado Hospital And Hlthcr Ctr, Sharp Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Maurer compare to other orthopedic surgeons in San Diego?
Among the 26 orthopedic surgeons in San Diego, Dr. Maurer ranks #15 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in San Diego has 227 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Maurer practices?
Sharp Coronado Hospital And Hlthcr Ctr (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Sharp Memorial Hospital (4 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 San Diego, California
Dr. Maurer's 35 Medicare procedures are below the San Diego average of 111. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in San Diego.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Scott Ball | 227 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Francis Gonzales | 161 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Fabi | 104 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Nguyen | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daljeet Sagoo | 81 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Allsing | 69 | Hip, Knee |
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