Dr. Kevin Ilo, M.D.
Contact & Location
Santa Monica, CA 90404
Dr. Kevin Ilo is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Ilo has performed 22 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#323 in California) and 11 hip replacements, for a combined total of 33 procedures.
In California, Dr. Ilo performs below average in knee (22 vs 47 avg), below average in hip (11 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Ilo's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (22 cases) and hip replacements (11 cases).
Santa Monica is home to 11 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Santa Monica area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Ilo first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Ilo's 22 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. Ilo Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Ilo
How does Dr. Ilo's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Ilo has performed 33 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. Ilo ranks #379 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ilo perform?
Dr. Ilo's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases) and hip replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ilo in Santa Monica?
Yes. There are 11 orthopedic surgeons in Santa Monica 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. Ilo 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. Ilo's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 33 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Ilo perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ilo's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Ilo compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Santa Monica?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in Santa Monica, Dr. Ilo ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Santa Monica has 173 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Santa Monica, California
Dr. Ilo's 33 Medicare procedures are below the Santa Monica average of 88. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Santa Monica.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffrey Zarin | 173 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Umesh Bhagia | 156 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Gerhardt | 105 | Hip |
| Dr. Alexandra Stavrakis | 69 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Ehrhart | 46 | Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Bennett | 34 | Knee |
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