Dr. Gavin Pereira, MBBS, FRCS
Contact & Location
916-734-2700
Sacramento, CA 95817
About Dr. Pereira
Dr. Gavin Pereira is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sacramento, California. A Medicare provider since 2011, Dr. Pereira performed 30 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#252 in California) and 26 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 56 procedures.
In California, Dr. Pereira performs below the state average in knee (30 vs 47), below the state average in hip (26 vs 41).
Dr. Pereira's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (30 cases) and hip replacements (26 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Pereira holds additional credentials in Orthopaedic Trauma, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Sacramento is home to 28 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.
Medicare records for Dr. Pereira extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 47 to 56 in the most recent data, a 19% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Pereira's 30 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 | 26 | 21 |
| 2014 | 28 | 18 |
| 2015 | 18 | 15 |
| 2016 | 20 | 18 |
| 2017 | 24 | 15 |
| 2018 | 22 | 23 |
| 2019 | 24 | 25 |
| 2020 | 33 | 17 |
| 2021 | 39 | 23 |
| 2022 | 41 | 22 |
| 2023 | 54 | 33 |
| 2024 | 26 | 30 |
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. Pereira Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Pereira's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 19% from 47 procedures in 2013 to 56 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. Pereira
How does Dr. Pereira's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Pereira has performed 56 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the California average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Pereira ranks #243 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Pereira perform?
Dr. Pereira's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases) and hip replacement (26 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Pereira in Sacramento?
Yes. There are 28 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. Pereira 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. Pereira's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 56 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Pereira's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Pereira's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 47 procedures in 2013 to 56 in the most recent data, a 19% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 87 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Pereira perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Pereira's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases), hip replacement (26 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Pereira affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Pereira is affiliated with Desert Regional Medical Center, John F Kennedy Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Pereira compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Sacramento?
Among the 28 orthopedic surgeons in Sacramento, Dr. Pereira ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Sacramento has 147 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Pereira practices?
Desert Regional Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); John F Kennedy Memorial Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Sacramento, California
Dr. Pereira's 56 Medicare procedures are below the Sacramento average of 88. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Sacramento.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Stephen Howell | 147 | Knee |
| Dr. John Meehan | 104 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mauro Giordani | 85 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Tai | 80 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Taylor | 77 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Samuel Hu | 64 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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