Dr. Erik Tye, MD
Contact & Location
Torrance, CA 90502
About Dr. Tye
Dr. Erik Tye is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Torrance, California. Dr. Tye performed 89 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#62 in California) and 49 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 138 procedures.
In California, Dr. Tye performs above the state average in knee (89 vs 47), near the state average in hip (49 vs 41).
Dr. Tye's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (89 cases) and hip replacements (49 cases).
Torrance is home to 13 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Torrance area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Tye first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Tye's 89 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 2 years: 58 procedures in 2023 and 138 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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. Tye Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Tye has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Tye
How does Dr. Tye's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Tye has performed 138 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the California average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Tye ranks #80 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Tye perform?
Dr. Tye's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (89 cases) and hip replacement (49 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Tye in Torrance?
Yes. There are 13 orthopedic surgeons in Torrance 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. Tye 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. Tye's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 138 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Tye perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Tye's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (89 cases), hip replacement (49 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Tye compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Torrance?
Among the 13 orthopedic surgeons in Torrance, Dr. Tye ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Tye is among the highest-volume surgeons in Torrance.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Torrance, California
Dr. Tye's 138 Medicare procedures are above the Torrance average of 92. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Torrance.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Andrawis | 156 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Todd Shrader | 132 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Don Sanders | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Mayeda | 57 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christen Mellano | 47 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Magovern | 38 | Shoulder |
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