Dr. Graham Hurvitz, M.D.
Dr. Graham Hurvitz is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Santa Barbara, California. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Hurvitz has completed 73 knee replacements (#77 in California), 31 hip replacements, and 30 shoulder replacements, totaling 134 Medicare-verified procedures.
In California, Dr. Hurvitz performs above average in knee (73 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (31 vs 41 avg), near average in shoulder (30 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Hurvitz performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (73 cases), followed by hip replacements (31) and shoulder replacements (30).
Santa Barbara is home to 12 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Santa Barbara area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Hurvitz extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 100 to 134 in the most recent data, a 34% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Hurvitz's 73 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Hurvitz Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hurvitz's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 34% from 100 procedures in 2013 to 134 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. Hurvitz
How does Dr. Hurvitz's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Hurvitz has performed 134 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hurvitz ranks #65 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hurvitz perform?
Dr. Hurvitz performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (73 cases), hip replacement (31 cases), shoulder replacement (30 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hurvitz in Santa Barbara?
Yes. There are 12 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 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. Hurvitz's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 134 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Hurvitz's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hurvitz's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 100 procedures in 2013 to 134 in the most recent data, a 34% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 137 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Hurvitz perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hurvitz's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (73 cases), hip replacement (31 cases), shoulder replacement (30 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, Marian Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Hurvitz compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Santa Barbara?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in Santa Barbara, Dr. Hurvitz ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Santa Barbara has 216 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 134 Medicare procedures are below the Santa Barbara average of 139. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Santa Barbara.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. William Gallivan | 216 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Birch | 214 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bryan Emmerson | 201 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Zmolek | 96 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Craviotto | 63 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. William Dunbar | 46 | Knee, Shoulder |
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