Dr. Kevin Owsley, M.D.
Dr. Kevin Owsley is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Poway, California. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Owsley has performed 42 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#176 in California) and 16 hip replacements, for a combined total of 58 procedures.
In California, Dr. Owsley performs near average in knee (42 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Owsley's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (42 cases) and hip replacements (16 cases).
Poway is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Poway area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Owsley extend back to 2013, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 23 to 58 in the most recent data, a 152% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Owsley's 42 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Owsley Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Poway, CA 92064
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Owsley's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 152% from 23 procedures in 2013 to 58 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. Owsley
How does Dr. Owsley's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Owsley has performed 58 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Owsley ranks #228 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Owsley perform?
Dr. Owsley's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (42 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Owsley in Poway?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Poway 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. Owsley 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. Owsley's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 58 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Owsley's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Owsley's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 23 procedures in 2013 to 58 in the most recent data, a 152% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 58 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Owsley perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Owsley's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (42 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Owsley affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Owsley is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Poway, Palomar Health Downtown Campus.
How does Dr. Owsley compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Poway?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Poway, Dr. Owsley ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Owsley is among the highest-volume surgeons in Poway.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Owsley practices?
Palomar Medical Center Poway (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Palomar Health Downtown Campus (2 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 Poway, California
Dr. Owsley's 58 Medicare procedures are at the Poway average of 58. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Poway.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brad Cohen | 83 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. James Bried | 77 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Philip Balikian | 12 | Knee |
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