Dr. Daniel Oakes, M.D.
Contact & Location
Los Angeles, CA 90033
Dr. Daniel Oakes is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Los Angeles, California. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Oakes has performed 129 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#32 in California) and 63 hip replacements, for a combined total of 192 procedures.
In California, Dr. Oakes performs well above average in knee (129 vs 47 avg), above average in hip (63 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Oakes's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (129 cases) and hip replacements (63 cases).
Los Angeles is home to 34 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Los Angeles area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Oakes extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 121 to 192 in the most recent data, a 59% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Oakes's 129 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. Oakes Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Oakes's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 59% from 121 procedures in 2013 to 192 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. Oakes
How does Dr. Oakes's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Oakes has performed 192 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the California average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Oakes ranks #44 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Oakes perform?
Dr. Oakes's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (129 cases) and hip replacement (63 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Oakes 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. Oakes 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. Oakes's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 192 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Oakes's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Oakes's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 121 procedures in 2013 to 192 in the most recent data, a 59% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 198 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Oakes perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Oakes's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (129 cases), hip replacement (63 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Oakes affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Oakes is affiliated with Keck Hospital Of Usc, Usc Verdugo Hills Hospital, Usc Kenneth Norris Jr Cancer Hospital, Glendale Adventist Medical Center.
How does Dr. Oakes compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Los Angeles?
Among the 34 orthopedic surgeons in Los Angeles, Dr. Oakes ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Oakes is among the highest-volume surgeons in Los Angeles.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Oakes practices?
Keck Hospital Of Usc (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Usc Verdugo Hills Hospital (3 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. Oakes's 192 Medicare procedures are above the Los Angeles average of 113. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Los Angeles.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Tiberi | 211 | 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 |
| Dr. Nathanael Heckmann | 57 | Hip, Knee |
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