Dr. Jesua Law, D.O.
Dr. Jesua Law is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Modesto, California. A Medicare provider since 2013, Dr. Law has performed 30 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#249 in California) and 16 hip replacements, for a combined total of 46 procedures.
In California, Dr. Law performs below average in knee (30 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Law's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (30 cases) and hip replacements (16 cases).
Modesto is home to 11 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Modesto area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Law's Medicare data spans 5 years, beginning in 2019. Volume peaked at 115 procedures in 2020 before settling at 46 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Law's 30 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Law Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Modesto, CA 95350
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Law's recorded volume peaked at 115 procedures in 2020 and stood at 46 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Law
How does Dr. Law's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Law has performed 46 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The California average is 65 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Law ranks #283 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Law perform?
Dr. Law's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Law in Modesto?
Yes. There are 11 orthopedic surgeons in Modesto 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. Law 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. Law's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 46 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Law's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Law's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 115 procedures in 2020 and was 46 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Law perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Law's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Law affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Law is affiliated with Doctors Medical Center, Doctors Hospital Of Manteca.
How does Dr. Law compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Modesto?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in Modesto, Dr. Law ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Modesto has 136 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Law practices?
Doctors Medical Center (1 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Doctors Hospital Of Manteca (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Modesto, California
Dr. Law's 46 Medicare procedures are below the Modesto average of 65. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Modesto.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. William Whang | 136 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathon Staples | 128 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wesley Kinzie | 49 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Pistel | 45 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Purnell | 27 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. William Holmes | 26 | Hip, Knee |
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