Dr. Kent Yinger, M.D.
Contact & Location
707-544-3400
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Dr. Yinger performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 87% of orthopedic surgeons in California, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #18 of 139 ranked shoulder surgeons in California.
About Dr. Yinger
Practice. Dr. Kent Yinger is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Santa Rosa, California. The latest annual CMS data records 55 shoulder replacements. That is #18 in California for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2014 to 2024, 11 years. Volume rose from 14 procedures a year to 55, up 293%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 55 procedures is above the national average of 29.
Local context. Santa Rosa has 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 21 |
| 2017 | 30 |
| 2018 | 38 |
| 2019 | 28 |
| 2020 | 27 |
| 2021 | 45 |
| 2022 | 50 |
| 2023 | 54 |
| 2024 | 55 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Yinger Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Yinger's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 293% from 14 procedures in 2014 to 55 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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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.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Yinger
How does Dr. Yinger's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Yinger has performed 55 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the California average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Yinger ranks #250 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Yinger perform?
Dr. Yinger's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 55 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Yinger with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Yinger ranks #18 in California for shoulder replacement with 55 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 613 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Yinger in Santa Rosa?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Santa Rosa 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. Yinger represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Yinger's total volume across all insurers at roughly 150 to 190 procedures against the 55 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Yinger's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Yinger's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2014 to 55 in the most recent data, a 293% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 55 procedures in 2024.
Which hospitals is Dr. Yinger affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Yinger is affiliated with Providence Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital, Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital, Sonoma Valley Hospital, Healdsburg Hospital, Adventist Health Mendocino Coast.
How does Dr. Yinger compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Santa Rosa?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Santa Rosa, Dr. Yinger ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Santa Rosa has 180 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Yinger practices?
Providence Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Sonoma Valley Hospital (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 Santa Rosa, California
Dr. Yinger's 55 Medicare procedures are below the Santa Rosa average of 88. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Santa Rosa.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffrey Mulvihill | 180 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Howe | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gary Stein | 82 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Smith | 55 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jacob Zipperstein | 48 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Neema Pourtaheri | 38 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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