Dr. Fadi Saied, D.O.
Dr. Fadi Saied is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bakersfield, California. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Saied has performed 148 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#18 in California) and 65 hip replacements, for a combined total of 213 procedures.
In California, Dr. Saied performs well above average in knee (148 vs 45 avg), above average in hip (65 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Saied's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (148 cases) and hip replacements (65 cases).
Bakersfield is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bakersfield area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Saied extend back to 2015, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 77 to 213 in the most recent data, a 177% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Saied's 148 verified procedures is more than 3x the national average of 45, ranking #166 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. Saied Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Bakersfield, CA 93309
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Saied's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 177% from 77 procedures in 2015 to 213 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. Saied
How does Dr. Saied's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Saied has performed 213 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Saied ranks #28 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Saied perform?
Dr. Saied's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (148 cases) and hip replacement (65 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Saied with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Saied ranks #18 in California for knee replacement with 148 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 608 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Saied in Bakersfield?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Bakersfield 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. Saied 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. Saied's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 213 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Saied's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Saied's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 77 procedures in 2015 to 213 in the most recent data, a 177% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 213 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Saied perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Saied's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (148 cases), hip replacement (65 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Saied affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Saied is affiliated with Adventist Health Bakersfield, Bakersfield Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Saied compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bakersfield?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Bakersfield, Dr. Saied ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Saied has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Saied practices?
Adventist Health Bakersfield (1 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Bakersfield Memorial Hospital (2 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 Bakersfield, California
Dr. Saied's 213 Medicare procedures are above the Bakersfield average of 102. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bakersfield.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Karl Balch | 124 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Galan | 79 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alfred Coppola | 70 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Karan Srivastava | 22 | Knee |
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