Knee
Dr. David Molho, MD
Dr. David Molho is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Laguna Woods, California. A Medicare provider since 2017, Dr. Molho has performed 27 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #270 in California.
In California, Dr. Molho performs below average in knee (27 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Molho's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 27 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Laguna Woods is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Laguna Woods area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Molho first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Molho's 27 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. Molho Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Laguna Woods, CA 92637
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Molho has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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 Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Molho
How does Dr. Molho's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Molho has performed 27 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. Molho ranks #389 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Molho perform?
Dr. Molho's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 27 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Molho in Laguna Woods?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Laguna Woods 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. Molho 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. Molho's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 27 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Molho affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Molho is affiliated with Memorialcare Saddleback Medical Center, Providence Mission Hospital.
How does Dr. Molho compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Laguna Woods?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Laguna Woods, Dr. Molho ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Laguna Woods has 92 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Molho practices?
Memorialcare Saddleback Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Providence Mission 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 Laguna Woods, California
Dr. Molho's 27 Medicare procedures are below the Laguna Woods average of 57. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Laguna Woods.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Abraham Kim | 92 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Montgomery | 62 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ari Youderian | 46 | Shoulder |
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