Dr. Kent Sheridan, M.D.
Dr. Kent Sheridan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sacramento, California. A Medicare provider since 2010, Dr. Sheridan has performed 25 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#176 in California) and 16 knee replacements, for a combined total of 41 procedures.
In California, Dr. Sheridan performs below average in hip (25 vs 41 avg), below average in knee (16 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Sheridan's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (25 cases) and knee replacements (16 cases).
Sacramento is home to 31 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. Sheridan extend back to 2018, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 41 in the most recent data, a 242% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Sheridan's 25 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Sheridan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Sacramento, CA 95816
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sheridan's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 242% from 12 procedures in 2018 to 41 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. Sheridan
How does Dr. Sheridan's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Sheridan has performed 41 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The California average is 65 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Sheridan ranks #305 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sheridan perform?
Dr. Sheridan's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (25 cases) and knee replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sheridan in Sacramento?
Yes. There are 31 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. Sheridan 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. Sheridan's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 41 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Sheridan's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Sheridan's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2018 to 41 in the most recent data, a 242% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 41 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Sheridan perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sheridan's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (25 cases), knee replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sheridan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sheridan is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Sutter Roseville Medical Center.
How does Dr. Sheridan compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Sacramento?
Among the 31 orthopedic surgeons in Sacramento, Dr. Sheridan ranks #12 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Sacramento has 220 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sheridan practices?
Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Sutter Roseville Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate above 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. Sheridan's 41 Medicare procedures are below the Sacramento average of 109. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Sacramento.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Stephen Howell | 220 | Knee |
| Dr. Alexander Nedopil | 135 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mauro Giordani | 100 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Meehan | 95 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gavin Pereira | 87 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Parker Goodell | 83 | Hip, Knee |
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