Dr. Harpreet Bawa, M.D.
Dr. Harpreet Bawa is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Thousand Oaks, California. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Bawa has performed 195 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#9 in California) and 144 hip replacements, for a combined total of 339 procedures.
In California, Dr. Bawa performs well above average in knee (195 vs 45 avg), well above average in hip (144 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Bawa's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (195 cases) and hip replacements (144 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Bawa holds additional credentials in Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Thousand Oaks is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Thousand Oaks area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Bawa extend back to 2019, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 98 to 339 in the most recent data, a 246% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Bawa's 195 verified procedures is more than 4x the national average of 45, ranking #59 nationally.
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. Bawa Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Thousand Oaks, CA 91361
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bawa's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 246% from 98 procedures in 2019 to 339 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. Bawa
How does Dr. Bawa's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Bawa has performed 339 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 5x the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bawa ranks #7 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bawa perform?
Dr. Bawa's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (195 cases) and hip replacement (144 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Bawa with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Bawa ranks #9 in California for knee replacement with 195 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 608 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bawa in Thousand Oaks?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Thousand Oaks 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. Bawa 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. Bawa's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 339 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Bawa's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bawa's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 98 procedures in 2019 to 339 in the most recent data, a 246% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 339 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Bawa perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bawa's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (195 cases), hip replacement (144 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bawa affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bawa is affiliated with Los Robles Hospital & Medical Center, Northridge Hospital Medical Center, Adventist Health Simi Valley, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital.
How does Dr. Bawa compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Thousand Oaks?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Thousand Oaks, Dr. Bawa ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Bawa has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bawa practices?
Los Robles Hospital & Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Northridge Hospital Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Adventist Health Simi Valley (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 Thousand Oaks, California
Dr. Bawa's 339 Medicare procedures are above the Thousand Oaks average of 128. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Thousand Oaks.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Joseph Turk | 112 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Tchejeyan | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Vercillo | 62 | Knee |
| Dr. John Delgado | 61 | Hip, Knee |
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