Dr. John Lee, MD, MS
Contact & Location
Baldwin Park, CA 91706
Dr. John Lee is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Baldwin Park, California. Dr. Lee has performed 11 Medicare-verified hip replacements, ranking #340 in California.
In California, Dr. Lee performs below average in hip (11 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Lee's Medicare data shows a focused hip replacement practice with 11 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.
Dr. Lee is the only orthopedic surgeon in Baldwin Park represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Lee first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Lee's 11 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Lee Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
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 Hip Replacement
If you are considering hip replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
Understanding the progression from conservative treatments to surgical intervention, and how to determine when hip replacement becomes the right choice.
What to Expect on the Day of SurgeryA step-by-step walkthrough of your surgical day, from pre-op preparation through anesthesia, the procedure itself, and the first hours of recovery.
Recovery Timeline: Week-by-Week ExpectationsA detailed week-by-week guide covering pain levels, mobility milestones, physical therapy progression, and when to expect a return to daily activities.
Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after hip replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full hip replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Lee
How does Dr. Lee's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Lee has performed 11 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The California average is 68 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Lee ranks #598 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lee perform?
Dr. Lee's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Lee's practice located?
Dr. Lee practices in Baldwin Park, California. The office is located at 1011 Baldwin Park Blvd, Baldwin Park, CA 91706. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Lee for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Lee 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. Lee's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 11 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lee affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lee is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center, St Charles Hospital. Dr. Lee maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lee practices?
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Charles 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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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