Dr. John Dearborn, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. John Dearborn is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Menlo Park, California. In 2023, Dr. Dearborn performed 311 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#3 in California) and 204 hip replacements, for a combined total of 515 procedures.

With 515 total procedures, Dr. Dearborn ranks in the top 0% of orthopedic surgeons in California, where the average surgeon performs 66 Medicare-verified procedures per year. That is more than 7x the statewide average.

Dr. Dearborn's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (311 cases) and hip replacements (204 cases).

Dr. Dearborn is the only orthopedic surgeon in Menlo Park represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
311 verified cases
#3 in California
Hip Replacement
204 verified cases
#3 in California
Estimated total: 1,390 – 1,560 procedures (all insurers)
Based on Medicare FFS representing 33–37% of national joint replacement volume
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.

Hospital Affiliations

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Washington Hospital
Fremont, CA
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Adventist Health Sonora
Sonora, CA
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Mills-Peninsula Medical Center
Burlingame, CA
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Community Hospital Of The Monterey Peninsula
Monterey, CA
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Stanford Health Care
Stanford, CA

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)

Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Dearborn

How does Dr. Dearborn's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?

In 2023, Dr. Dearborn performed 515 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 7x the California average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Dearborn ranks #3 out of 580 orthopedic surgeons in California.

What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dearborn perform?

Dr. Dearborn's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (311 cases) and hip replacement (204 cases).

How experienced is Dr. Dearborn with knee replacement surgery?

Dr. Dearborn ranks #3 in California for knee replacement with 311 Medicare-verified procedures in 2023. This high ranking among 580 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.

Where is Dr. Dearborn's practice located?

Dr. Dearborn practices in Menlo Park, California. The office is located at 1706 El Camino Real Ste 101, Menlo Park, CA 94027. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Dearborn for joint replacement evaluation.

What does the Medicare data for Dr. Dearborn represent?

The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Dearborn's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 515 procedures shown here.

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 650-325-1395
1706 El Camino Real Ste 101
Menlo Park, CA 94027
NPI: 1396786901
Credentials: MD
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 20 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed MD
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available
Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33–37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.