Dr. James Bried, M.D.
Dr. James Bried is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Poway, California. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Bried has performed 57 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#105 in California) and 20 hip replacements, for a combined total of 77 procedures.
In California, Dr. Bried performs above average in knee (57 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (20 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Bried's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (57 cases) and hip replacements (20 cases).
Poway is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Poway area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Bried extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 45 to 77 in the most recent data, a 71% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Bried's 57 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. Bried Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Poway, CA 92064
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bried's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 71% from 45 procedures in 2013 to 77 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. Bried
How does Dr. Bried's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Bried has performed 77 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bried ranks #166 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bried perform?
Dr. Bried's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (57 cases) and hip replacement (20 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bried in Poway?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Poway 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. Bried 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. Bried's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 77 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Bried's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bried's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 45 procedures in 2013 to 77 in the most recent data, a 71% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 81 procedures in 2016.
Does Dr. Bried perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bried's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (57 cases), hip replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bried affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bried is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Poway, Palomar Health Downtown Campus.
How does Dr. Bried compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Poway?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Poway, Dr. Bried ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Bried is among the highest-volume surgeons in Poway.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bried practices?
Palomar Medical Center Poway (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Palomar Health Downtown Campus (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 Poway, California
Dr. Bried's 77 Medicare procedures are above the Poway average of 58. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Poway.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brad Cohen | 83 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Kevin Owsley | 58 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Philip Balikian | 12 | Knee |
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