Dr. Keiko Amano, MD
Contact & Location
Clovis, CA 93611
Dr. Keiko Amano is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Clovis, California. Dr. Amano has performed 12 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #130 in California.
In California, Dr. Amano performs below average in shoulder (12 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Amano's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 12 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.
Clovis is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Clovis area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Amano first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Amano's 12 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 29 among 2,213 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. Amano 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 Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Amano
How does Dr. Amano's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Amano has performed 12 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. Amano ranks #596 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Amano perform?
Dr. Amano's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 12 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Amano in Clovis?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Clovis 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. Amano 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. Amano's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 12 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Amano affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Amano is affiliated with Clovis Community Medical Center, Community Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Amano compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Clovis?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Clovis, Dr. Amano ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Clovis has 77 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Amano practices?
Clovis Community Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Community Regional Medical Center (1 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Clovis, California
Dr. Amano's 12 Medicare procedures are below the Clovis average of 49. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Clovis.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Arbi Nazarian | 77 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Raj Amin | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Kollmorgen | 46 | Hip |
| Dr. Fernando Cruz | 42 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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