Dr. Emilie Cheung, M.D.
Contact & Location
650-723-4000
Stanford, CA 94305
Palo Alto, CA 94305
Dr. Cheung performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 94% of orthopedic surgeons in California, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #8 of 139 ranked shoulder surgeons in California.
About Dr. Cheung
Practice. Dr. Emilie Cheung is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Stanford, California. The latest annual CMS data records 85 shoulder replacements. That is #8 in California for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 50 procedures a year to 85, up 70%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 85 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 29. That is #71 nationally.
Local context. Stanford has 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 50 |
| 2014 | 40 |
| 2015 | 50 |
| 2016 | 30 |
| 2017 | 55 |
| 2018 | 73 |
| 2019 | 77 |
| 2020 | 68 |
| 2021 | 55 |
| 2022 | 54 |
| 2023 | 73 |
| 2024 | 85 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Cheung Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cheung's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 70% from 50 procedures in 2013 to 85 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
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.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Cheung
How does Dr. Cheung's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Cheung has performed 85 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the California average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Cheung ranks #151 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cheung perform?
Dr. Cheung's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 85 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Cheung with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Cheung ranks #8 in California for shoulder replacement with 85 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 613 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cheung in Stanford?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Stanford 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. Cheung 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Cheung's total volume across all insurers at roughly 230 to 290 procedures against the 85 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.
Has Dr. Cheung's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Cheung's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 50 procedures in 2013 to 85 in the most recent data, a 70% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 85 procedures in 2024.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cheung affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cheung is affiliated with Stanford Health Care.
How does Dr. Cheung compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Stanford?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Stanford, Dr. Cheung ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Stanford has 312 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Cheung practices?
Stanford Health Care (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 Stanford, California
Dr. Cheung's 85 Medicare procedures are below the Stanford average of 157. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Stanford.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Mayle | 312 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Miller | 196 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bradley Crow | 183 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Huddleston | 152 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Holly Haight | 89 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Derek Amanatullah | 79 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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