Shoulder
Dr. Emilie Cheung, MD
Dr. Emilie Cheung is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Stanford, California. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Cheung has performed 73 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #12 in California.
In California, Dr. Cheung performs well above average in shoulder (73 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Cheung's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 73 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.
Stanford is home to 16 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Stanford area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Cheung extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 50 to 73 in the most recent data, a 46% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 2,092 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Cheung's 73 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 28, ranking #101 nationally.
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. Cheung Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Stanford, CA 94305
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cheung's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 46% from 50 procedures in 2013 to 73 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. Cheung
How does Dr. Cheung's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Cheung has performed 73 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Cheung ranks #181 out of 608 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 73 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 #12 in California for shoulder replacement with 73 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 608 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cheung in Stanford?
Yes. There are 16 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 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. Cheung's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 73 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Cheung's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Cheung's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 50 procedures in 2013 to 73 in the most recent data, a 46% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 77 procedures in 2019.
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 16 orthopedic surgeons in Stanford, Dr. Cheung ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Stanford has 262 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 73 Medicare procedures are below the Stanford average of 130. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Stanford.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Mayle | 262 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Miller | 155 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Huddleston | 129 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stuart Goodman | 112 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bradley Crow | 106 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Derek Amanatullah | 71 | Hip, Knee |
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