Dr. Ian Barrett, MD
Dr. Ian Barrett is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Los Gatos, California. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Barrett has performed 17 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements (#80 in California) and 14 knee replacements, for a combined total of 31 procedures.
In California, Dr. Barrett performs below average in shoulder (17 vs 30 avg), below average in knee (14 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Barrett's reported Medicare volume is split between shoulder replacements (17 cases) and knee replacements (14 cases).
Los Gatos is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Los Gatos area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Barrett first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Barrett's 17 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 28 among 2,092 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Barrett Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Los Gatos, CA 95032
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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 Shoulder Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Barrett
How does Dr. Barrett's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Barrett has performed 31 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The California average is 65 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Barrett ranks #368 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Barrett perform?
Dr. Barrett's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (17 cases) and knee replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Barrett in Los Gatos?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Los Gatos 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. Barrett 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. Barrett's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 31 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Barrett perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Barrett's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (17 cases), knee replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Barrett affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Barrett is affiliated with El Camino Health, Good Samaritan Hospital, Santa Clara Valley Medical Center.
How does Dr. Barrett compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Los Gatos?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Los Gatos, Dr. Barrett ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Barrett is among the highest-volume surgeons in Los Gatos.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Barrett practices?
El Camino Health (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Good Samaritan Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Santa Clara Valley 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 Los Gatos, California
Dr. Barrett's 31 Medicare procedures are below the Los Gatos average of 48. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Los Gatos.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Raj Kullar | 99 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Sanaz Hariri | 36 | Knee |
| Dr. Terence Delaney | 26 | Hip, Knee |
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