Dr. John Meehan, MD
Contact & Location
Sacramento, CA 95817
Dr. John Meehan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sacramento, California. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Meehan has performed 52 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#128 in California) and 52 hip replacements, for a combined total of 104 procedures.
In California, Dr. Meehan performs near average in knee (52 vs 47 avg), above average in hip (52 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Meehan's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (52 cases) and hip replacements (52 cases).
Sacramento is home to 28 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Sacramento area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Meehan extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 87 to 104 in the most recent data, a 20% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,532 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Meehan's 52 verified procedures is above the national average of 36.
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. Meehan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Meehan's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 20% from 87 procedures in 2013 to 104 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. Meehan
How does Dr. Meehan's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Meehan has performed 104 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the California average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Meehan ranks #105 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Meehan perform?
Dr. Meehan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (52 cases) and hip replacement (52 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Meehan in Sacramento?
Yes. There are 28 orthopedic surgeons in Sacramento 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. Meehan 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. Meehan's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 104 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Meehan's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Meehan's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 87 procedures in 2013 to 104 in the most recent data, a 20% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 104 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Meehan perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Meehan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (52 cases), hip replacement (52 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Meehan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Meehan is affiliated with University Of California Davis Medical Center.
How does Dr. Meehan compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Sacramento?
Among the 28 orthopedic surgeons in Sacramento, Dr. Meehan ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Meehan is among the highest-volume surgeons in Sacramento.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Meehan practices?
University Of California Davis Medical Center (3 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 Sacramento, California
Dr. Meehan's 104 Medicare procedures are above the Sacramento average of 89. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Sacramento.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Stephen Howell | 147 | Knee |
| Dr. Mauro Giordani | 85 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Tai | 80 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Taylor | 77 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Samuel Hu | 64 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Tweet | 63 | Shoulder |
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