Dr. Jeffrey Dodd, MD
Contact & Location
530-587-7461
Truckee, CA 96161
Dr. Dodd performs more knee replacement procedures than 77% of orthopedic surgeons in California, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #110 of 491 ranked knee surgeons in California.
About Dr. Dodd
Dr. Jeffrey Dodd is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Truckee, California. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Dodd performed 59 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#110 in California) and 40 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 99 procedures.
In California, Dr. Dodd performs above the state average in knee (59 vs 47), near the state average in hip (40 vs 41).
Dr. Dodd's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (59 cases) and hip replacements (40 cases).
Truckee is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Truckee area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Dodd also maintains hospital privileges in CA and NV, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond California.
Medicare records for Dr. Dodd extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 46 to 99 in the most recent data, a 115% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Dodd's 59 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 19 | 27 |
| 2014 | 30 | 36 |
| 2015 | 19 | 31 |
| 2016 | 22 | 21 |
| 2017 | 16 | 20 |
| 2018 | 38 | 35 |
| 2019 | 28 | 35 |
| 2020 | 36 | 32 |
| 2021 | 35 | 36 |
| 2022 | 30 | 62 |
| 2023 | 53 | 49 |
| 2024 | 40 | 59 |
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. Dodd Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dodd's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 115% from 46 procedures in 2013 to 99 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. Dodd
How does Dr. Dodd's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Dodd has performed 99 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the California average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Dodd ranks #115 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dodd perform?
Dr. Dodd's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (59 cases) and hip replacement (40 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dodd in Truckee?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Truckee 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. Dodd 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. Dodd's total volume across all insurers at roughly 330 to 420 procedures against the 99 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. Dodd's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Dodd's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 46 procedures in 2013 to 99 in the most recent data, a 115% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 102 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Dodd perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Dodd's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (59 cases), hip replacement (40 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dodd affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dodd is affiliated with Tahoe Forest Hospital, Incline Village Community Hospital, Eastern Plumas Hospital - Portola Campus, Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital, Plumas District Hospital. Dr. Dodd maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Dodd compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Truckee?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Truckee, Dr. Dodd ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Dodd has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dodd practices?
Tahoe Forest Hospital (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 Truckee, California
Dr. Dodd's 99 Medicare procedures are above the Truckee average of 58. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Truckee.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Andrew Ringnes | 65 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Jernick | 11 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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