Dr. Jeffrey Zarin, MD
Dr. Jeffrey Zarin is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Santa Monica, California. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Zarin has performed 103 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#41 in California) and 46 hip replacements, for a combined total of 149 procedures.
In California, Dr. Zarin performs well above average in knee (103 vs 45 avg), near average in hip (46 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Zarin's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (103 cases) and hip replacements (46 cases).
Santa Monica is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Santa Monica area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Zarin extend back to 2013, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 82 to 149 in the most recent data, a 82% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Zarin's 103 verified procedures is more than 2x 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. Zarin Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Santa Monica, CA 90404
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Zarin's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 82% from 82 procedures in 2013 to 149 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. Zarin
How does Dr. Zarin's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Zarin has performed 149 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Zarin ranks #54 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Zarin perform?
Dr. Zarin's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (103 cases) and hip replacement (46 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Zarin in Santa Monica?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Santa Monica 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. Zarin 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. Zarin's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 149 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Zarin's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Zarin's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 82 procedures in 2013 to 149 in the most recent data, a 82% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 149 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Zarin perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Zarin's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (103 cases), hip replacement (46 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Zarin affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Zarin is affiliated with Saint John'S Health Center, Cedar-Sinai Marina Del Rey Hospital.
How does Dr. Zarin compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Santa Monica?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Santa Monica, Dr. Zarin ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Zarin is among the highest-volume surgeons in Santa Monica.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Zarin practices?
Saint John'S Health Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Cedar-Sinai Marina Del Rey Hospital (4 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 Santa Monica, California
Dr. Zarin's 149 Medicare procedures are above the Santa Monica average of 85. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Santa Monica.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Umesh Bhagia | 179 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alexandra Stavrakis | 72 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Gerhardt | 67 | Hip |
| Dr. Ryan Stancil | 51 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Ehrhart | 43 | Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Jensen | 37 | Shoulder |
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