Dr. Farzin Kabaei, MD
Contact & Location
310-746-5918
Los Angeles, CA 90048
About Dr. Kabaei
Dr. Farzin Kabaei is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Los Angeles, California. A Medicare provider since 2010, Dr. Kabaei performed 29 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#256 in California) and 22 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 51 procedures.
In California, Dr. Kabaei performs below the state average in knee (29 vs 47), below the state average in hip (22 vs 41).
Dr. Kabaei's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (29 cases) and hip replacements (22 cases).
Los Angeles is home to 34 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Los Angeles area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Kabaei extend back to 2021, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 27 to 51 in the most recent data, a 89% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Kabaei's 29 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 16 | 11 |
| 2022 | 18 | 0 |
| 2023 | 14 | 15 |
| 2024 | 22 | 29 |
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. Kabaei Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kabaei's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 89% from 27 procedures in 2021 to 51 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. Kabaei
How does Dr. Kabaei's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Kabaei has performed 51 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The California average is 68 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Kabaei ranks #263 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kabaei perform?
Dr. Kabaei's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases) and hip replacement (22 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kabaei in Los Angeles?
Yes. There are 34 orthopedic surgeons in Los Angeles 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. Kabaei 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. Kabaei's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 51 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Kabaei's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Kabaei's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 27 procedures in 2021 to 51 in the most recent data, a 89% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 51 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Kabaei perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kabaei's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases), hip replacement (22 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kabaei affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kabaei is affiliated with Saint John'S Health Center, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.
How does Dr. Kabaei compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Los Angeles?
Among the 34 orthopedic surgeons in Los Angeles, Dr. Kabaei ranks #9 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Los Angeles has 211 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kabaei practices?
Saint John'S Health Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Cedars-Sinai Medical Center (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 Los Angeles, California
Dr. Kabaei's 51 Medicare procedures are below the Los Angeles average of 112. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Los Angeles.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Tiberi | 211 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Oakes | 192 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Micah Adamson | 98 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Vishal Hegde | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Spitzer | 71 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Sassoon | 62 | Hip, Knee |
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