Dr. Harinder Dhanota, D.O.
Dr. Harinder Dhanota is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Yuba City, California. A Medicare provider since 2010, Dr. Dhanota has completed 68 knee replacements (#89 in California), 35 hip replacements, and 13 shoulder replacements, totaling 116 Medicare-verified procedures.
In California, Dr. Dhanota performs above average in knee (68 vs 45 avg), near average in hip (35 vs 41 avg), below average in shoulder (13 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Dhanota performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (68 cases), followed by hip replacements (35) and shoulder replacements (13).
Yuba City is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Yuba City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Dhanota extend back to 2017, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 116 in the most recent data, a 792% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Dhanota's 68 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. Dhanota Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Yuba City, CA 95991
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dhanota's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 792% from 13 procedures in 2017 to 116 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. Dhanota
How does Dr. Dhanota's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Dhanota has performed 116 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Dhanota ranks #81 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dhanota perform?
Dr. Dhanota performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (68 cases), hip replacement (35 cases), shoulder replacement (13 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dhanota in Yuba City?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Yuba City 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. Dhanota 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. Dhanota's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 116 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Dhanota's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Dhanota's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2017 to 116 in the most recent data, a 792% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 128 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Dhanota perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Dhanota's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (68 cases), hip replacement (35 cases), shoulder replacement (13 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Dhanota among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dhanota affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dhanota is affiliated with Sutter Surgical Hospital - North Valley, Adventist Health And Rideout.
How does Dr. Dhanota compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Yuba City?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Yuba City, Dr. Dhanota ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Dhanota has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dhanota practices?
Sutter Surgical Hospital - North Valley (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Adventist Health And Rideout (2 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 Yuba City, California
Dr. Dhanota's 116 Medicare procedures are above the Yuba City average of 78. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Yuba City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Anton Kurdin | 111 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Philbert Huang | 68 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sukhdeep Sagoo | 17 | Knee |
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