Dr. Ian Barrett, MD
Contact & Location
408-353-0203
Los Gatos, CA 95032
About Dr. Barrett
Dr. Ian Barrett is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Los Gatos, California. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Barrett performed 13 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#448 in California) and 11 shoulder replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 24 procedures.
In California, Dr. Barrett performs below the state average in knee (13 vs 47), below the state average in shoulder (11 vs 31).
Dr. Barrett's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (13 cases) and shoulder replacements (11 cases).
Los Gatos is home to 5 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 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Barrett's 13 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 2 years: 31 procedures in 2023 and 24 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Barrett has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Barrett
How does Dr. Barrett's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Barrett has performed 24 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The California average is 68 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Barrett ranks #438 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Barrett perform?
Dr. Barrett's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (13 cases) and shoulder replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Barrett in Los Gatos?
Yes. There are 5 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 24 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Barrett perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Barrett's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (13 cases), shoulder replacement (11 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 5 orthopedic surgeons in Los Gatos, Dr. Barrett ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Los Gatos has 101 verified Medicare procedures.
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 24 Medicare procedures are below the Los Gatos average of 39. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Los Gatos.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Raj Kullar | 101 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Sanaz Hariri | 32 | Knee |
| Dr. Terence Delaney | 27 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nathaniel Cohen | 13 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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