Dr. Joseph Koressel, MD
Contact & Location
Orange, CA 92868
Dr. Joseph Koressel is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Orange, California. Dr. Koressel has performed 17 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#378 in California) and 14 hip replacements, for a combined total of 31 procedures.
In California, Dr. Koressel performs below average in knee (17 vs 47 avg), below average in hip (14 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Koressel's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (17 cases) and hip replacements (14 cases).
Orange is home to 15 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Orange area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Koressel first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Koressel's 17 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 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. Koressel 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 Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Koressel
How does Dr. Koressel's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Koressel has performed 31 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. Koressel ranks #389 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Koressel perform?
Dr. Koressel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (17 cases) and hip replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Koressel in Orange?
Yes. There are 15 orthopedic surgeons in Orange 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. Koressel 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. Koressel's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 31 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Koressel perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Koressel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (17 cases), hip replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Koressel affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Koressel is affiliated with Hoag Orthopedic Institute, Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian, Providence St. Joseph Hospital.
How does Dr. Koressel compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Orange?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Orange, Dr. Koressel ranks #12 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Orange has 340 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Koressel practices?
Hoag Orthopedic Institute (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian (5 out of 5 CMS stars); Providence St. Joseph 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Orange, California
Dr. Koressel's 31 Medicare procedures are below the Orange average of 159. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Orange.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jay Patel | 340 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Travis Scudday | 287 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ran Schwarzkopf | 206 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Yang | 98 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Debottis | 82 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Duke Hasson | 67 | Hip, Knee |
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