Dr. Graham Hurvitz, M.D.
Contact & Location
805-963-2729
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Dr. Hurvitz performs more knee replacement procedures than 86% of orthopedic surgeons in California, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #67 of 491 ranked knee surgeons in California.
About Dr. Hurvitz
Practice. Dr. Graham Hurvitz is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Santa Barbara, California. The latest annual CMS data records 86 knee replacements, 53 hip replacements, and 25 shoulder replacements, 164 procedures in all. That is #67 in California for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 100 procedures a year to 164, up 64%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 86 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Santa Barbara has 13 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 64 | 36 |
| 2014 | 15 | 48 | 29 |
| 2015 | 12 | 52 | 23 |
| 2016 | 14 | 62 | 22 |
| 2017 | 24 | 47 | 37 |
| 2018 | 26 | 62 | 40 |
| 2019 | 35 | 76 | 26 |
| 2020 | 32 | 64 | 27 |
| 2021 | 31 | 66 | 25 |
| 2022 | 31 | 81 | 19 |
| 2023 | 31 | 73 | 30 |
| 2024 | 53 | 86 | 25 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Hurvitz Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hurvitz's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 64% from 100 procedures in 2013 to 164 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 Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Hurvitz
How does Dr. Hurvitz's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Hurvitz has performed 164 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the California average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hurvitz ranks #57 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hurvitz perform?
Dr. Hurvitz performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (86 cases), hip replacement (53 cases), shoulder replacement (25 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hurvitz in Santa Barbara?
Yes. There are 13 orthopedic surgeons in Santa Barbara 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. Hurvitz represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Hurvitz's total volume across all insurers at roughly 540 to 670 procedures against the 164 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Hurvitz's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hurvitz's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 100 procedures in 2013 to 164 in the most recent data, a 64% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 164 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Hurvitz perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hurvitz's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (86 cases), hip replacement (53 cases), shoulder replacement (25 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Hurvitz among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hurvitz affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hurvitz is affiliated with Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital, Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital, Lompoc Valley Medical Center, Marian Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Hurvitz compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Santa Barbara?
Among the 13 orthopedic surgeons in Santa Barbara, Dr. Hurvitz ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Santa Barbara has 226 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hurvitz practices?
Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital (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 Santa Barbara, California
Dr. Hurvitz's 164 Medicare procedures are above the Santa Barbara average of 137. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Santa Barbara.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bryan Emmerson | 226 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Gallivan | 208 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Birch | 176 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Zmolek | 83 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Craviotto | 61 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Hollstien | 44 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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