Dr. Jay Patel, M.D.
Contact & Location
714-634-4567
Orange, CA 92868
Dr. Patel performs more knee replacement procedures than 98% of orthopedic surgeons in California, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #7 of 491 ranked knee surgeons in California.
About Dr. Patel
Practice. Dr. Jay Patel is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Orange, California. The latest annual CMS data records 199 knee replacements and 141 hip replacements, 340 procedures in all. That is #7 in California for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2011.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 77 procedures a year to 340, up 342%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 199 procedures is more than 4x the national average of 45. That is #58 nationally.
Local context. Orange has 15 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 41 | 36 |
| 2014 | 39 | 56 |
| 2015 | 66 | 86 |
| 2016 | 73 | 107 |
| 2017 | 75 | 88 |
| 2018 | 93 | 118 |
| 2019 | 96 | 128 |
| 2020 | 72 | 95 |
| 2021 | 86 | 131 |
| 2022 | 112 | 150 |
| 2023 | 127 | 173 |
| 2024 | 141 | 199 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Patel Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Patel's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 342% from 77 procedures in 2013 to 340 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Patel
How does Dr. Patel's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Patel has performed 340 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 5x the California average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Patel ranks #6 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Patel perform?
Dr. Patel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (199 cases) and hip replacement (141 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Patel with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Patel ranks #7 in California for knee replacement with 199 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 613 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Patel in Orange?
Yes. There are 15 orthopedic surgeons in Orange 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. Patel represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Patel's total volume across all insurers at roughly 1,140 to 1,430 procedures against the 340 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Patel's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Patel's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 77 procedures in 2013 to 340 in the most recent data, a 342% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 340 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Patel perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Patel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (199 cases), hip replacement (141 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Patel affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Hoag Orthopedic Institute, Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian.
How does Dr. Patel compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Orange?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Orange, Dr. Patel ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Patel has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Patel practices?
Hoag Orthopedic Institute (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian (5 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Orange, California
Dr. Patel's 340 Medicare procedures are above the Orange average of 161. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Orange.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Travis Scudday | 287 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ran Schwarzkopf | 206 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Yang | 98 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Debottis | 82 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Duke Hasson | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Runner | 50 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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