Dr. Frank Boutin, M.D.
Dr. Frank Boutin is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sacramento, California. Dr. Boutin has performed 11 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #485 in California.
Dr. Boutin has recorded 11 Medicare fee-for-service procedures. Medicare data represents approximately one-third of all joint replacements nationwide, so these counts reflect only a portion of a surgeon's full practice. California has 608 orthopedic surgeons in the current dataset.
Dr. Boutin's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 11 verified procedures in 2023. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Sacramento is home to 31 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Sacramento area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Boutin first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Boutin's Medicare volume of 11 procedures is below the national median of 44. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual practice volume across all payers is likely higher.
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Boutin
How does Dr. Boutin's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Boutin has performed 11 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The California average is 65 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Boutin ranks #593 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Boutin perform?
Dr. Boutin's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Boutin in Sacramento?
Yes. There are 31 orthopedic surgeons in Sacramento 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. Boutin 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. Boutin's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 11 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Boutin affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Boutin is affiliated with Mercy General Hospital.
How does Dr. Boutin compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Sacramento?
Among the 31 orthopedic surgeons in Sacramento, Dr. Boutin ranks #28 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Sacramento has 220 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Boutin practices?
Mercy General Hospital (4 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 Sacramento, California
Dr. Boutin's 11 Medicare procedures are below the Sacramento average of 104. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Sacramento.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Stephen Howell | 220 | Knee |
| Dr. Alexander Nedopil | 135 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mauro Giordani | 100 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Meehan | 95 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gavin Pereira | 87 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Parker Goodell | 83 | Hip, Knee |