Knee
Dr. John Brady, M.D.
Dr. John Brady is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in San Diego, California. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Brady has performed 34 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #220 in California.
In California, Dr. Brady performs below average in knee (34 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Brady's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 34 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
San Diego is home to 26 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the San Diego area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Brady extend back to 2014, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 16 to 34 in the most recent data, a 113% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Brady's 34 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. Brady Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
San Diego, CA 92120
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Brady's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 113% from 16 procedures in 2014 to 34 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Brady
How does Dr. Brady's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Brady has performed 34 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. Brady ranks #346 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Brady perform?
Dr. Brady's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 34 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Brady in San Diego?
Yes. There are 26 orthopedic surgeons in San Diego 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. Brady 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. Brady's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 34 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Brady's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Brady's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2014 to 34 in the most recent data, a 113% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 43 procedures in 2018.
How does Dr. Brady compare to other orthopedic surgeons in San Diego?
Among the 26 orthopedic surgeons in San Diego, Dr. Brady ranks #16 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in San Diego has 227 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in San Diego, California
Dr. Brady's 34 Medicare procedures are below the San Diego average of 110. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in San Diego.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Scott Ball | 227 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Francis Gonzales | 161 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Fabi | 104 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Nguyen | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daljeet Sagoo | 81 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Allsing | 69 | Hip, Knee |
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