Dr. Kevin Tran, M.D.
Dr. Kevin Tran is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Oceanside, California. A Medicare provider since 2013, Dr. Tran has performed 46 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#151 in California) and 29 hip replacements, for a combined total of 75 procedures.
In California, Dr. Tran performs near average in knee (46 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (29 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Tran's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (46 cases) and hip replacements (29 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Tran holds additional credentials in Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Oceanside is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Oceanside area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Tran first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Tran's 46 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. Tran Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Oceanside, CA 92054
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Tran has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Tran
How does Dr. Tran's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Tran has performed 75 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Tran ranks #171 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Tran perform?
Dr. Tran's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (46 cases) and hip replacement (29 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Tran in Oceanside?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Oceanside 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. Tran 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. Tran's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 75 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Tran perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Tran's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (46 cases), hip replacement (29 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Tran affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Tran is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital - Encinitas, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla.
How does Dr. Tran compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Oceanside?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Oceanside, Dr. Tran ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Tran has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Tran practices?
Scripps Green Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Scripps Memorial Hospital - Encinitas (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla (5 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 Oceanside, California
Dr. Tran's 75 Medicare procedures are above the Oceanside average of 47. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Oceanside.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Andrew Cooperman | 55 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Amory | 12 | Hip |
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