Dr. Fadi Saied, D.O.
Contact & Location
661-328-5565
Bakersfield, CA 93309
About Dr. Saied
Dr. Fadi Saied is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bakersfield, California. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Saied performed 181 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#12 in California) and 84 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 265 procedures.
In California, Dr. Saied performs well above the state average in knee (181 vs 47), well above the state average in hip (84 vs 41).
Dr. Saied's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (181 cases) and hip replacements (84 cases).
Bakersfield is home to 6 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 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 77 to 265 in the most recent data, a 244% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Saied's 181 verified procedures is more than 4x the national average of 45, ranking #88 nationally.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 22 | 55 |
| 2016 | 40 | 73 |
| 2017 | 37 | 66 |
| 2018 | 36 | 65 |
| 2019 | 35 | 94 |
| 2020 | 59 | 68 |
| 2021 | 70 | 126 |
| 2022 | 53 | 108 |
| 2023 | 65 | 148 |
| 2024 | 84 | 181 |
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.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Saied's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 244% from 77 procedures in 2015 to 265 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 265 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the California average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Saied ranks #14 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Saied perform?
Dr. Saied's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (181 cases) and hip replacement (84 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Saied with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Saied ranks #12 in California for knee replacement with 181 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 613 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Saied in Bakersfield?
Yes. There are 6 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 265 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 265 in the most recent data, a 244% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 265 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Saied perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Saied's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (181 cases), hip replacement (84 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 6 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 265 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 | 110 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Galan | 85 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alfred Coppola | 64 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Karan Srivastava | 57 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Hamilton | 32 | Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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