Dr. James O'dowd, M.D.
Dr. James O'dowd is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pasadena, California. A Medicare provider since 2014, Dr. O'dowd has performed 73 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#76 in California) and 28 hip replacements, for a combined total of 101 procedures.
In California, Dr. O'dowd performs above average in knee (73 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (28 vs 41 avg).
Dr. O'dowd's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (73 cases) and hip replacements (28 cases).
Pasadena is home to 12 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Pasadena area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. O'dowd extend back to 2020, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 101 in the most recent data, a 818% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. O'dowd's 73 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. O'dowd Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Pasadena, CA 91105
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. O'dowd's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 818% from 11 procedures in 2020 to 101 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. O'dowd
How does Dr. O'dowd's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. O'dowd has performed 101 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. O'dowd ranks #104 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. O'dowd perform?
Dr. O'dowd's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (73 cases) and hip replacement (28 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. O'dowd in Pasadena?
Yes. There are 12 orthopedic surgeons in Pasadena 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. O'dowd 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. O'dowd's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 101 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. O'dowd's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. O'dowd's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2020 to 101 in the most recent data, a 818% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 101 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. O'dowd perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. O'dowd's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (73 cases), hip replacement (28 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. O'dowd affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. O'dowd is affiliated with Usc Arcadia Hospital, Huntington Hospital.
How does Dr. O'dowd compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Pasadena?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in Pasadena, Dr. O'dowd ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. O'dowd is among the highest-volume surgeons in Pasadena.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. O'dowd practices?
Usc Arcadia Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Huntington Hospital (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 Pasadena, California
Dr. O'dowd's 101 Medicare procedures are above the Pasadena average of 100. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Pasadena.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Todd Dietrick | 286 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Micah Berry | 103 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. John Itamura | 77 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Timothy Jackson | 59 | Hip |
| Dr. Daniel Laster | 46 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Shankwiler | 28 | Shoulder |
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