Dr. Erik Tye, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Erik Tye is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Torrance, California. In 2023, Dr. Tye performed 32 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#230 in California) and 26 hip replacements (#169 in California), for a combined total of 58 procedures. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
32 verified cases
#230 in California
Hip Replacement
26 verified cases
#169 in California

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Tye

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (58 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Tye, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

1000 W Carson St
Torrance, CA 90502
NPI: 1770070906
Credentials: MD
✅ Active Medicare provider

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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.
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