Dr. Gillian Soles, MD
Contact & Location
Sacramento, CA 95817
Dr. Gillian Soles is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sacramento, California. Dr. Soles has performed 22 Medicare-verified hip replacements, ranking #204 in California.
In California, Dr. Soles performs below average in hip (22 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Soles's Medicare data shows a focused hip replacement practice with 22 verified procedures. 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 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. Soles extend back to 2015, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 22 in the most recent data, a 83% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Soles's 22 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Soles Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Soles's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 83% from 12 procedures in 2015 to 22 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Hip Replacement
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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Soles
How does Dr. Soles's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Soles has performed 22 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. Soles ranks #450 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Soles perform?
Dr. Soles's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 22 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Soles 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. Soles 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. Soles's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 22 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Soles's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Soles's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2015 to 22 in the most recent data, a 83% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 23 procedures in 2016.
Which hospitals is Dr. Soles affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Soles is affiliated with University Of California Davis Medical Center.
How does Dr. Soles compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Sacramento?
Among the 28 orthopedic surgeons in Sacramento, Dr. Soles ranks #19 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. Soles practices?
University Of California Davis Medical Center (3 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. Soles's 22 Medicare procedures are below the Sacramento average of 83. 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 |
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