Dr. Kier Ecklund is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mountain View, California. Dr. Ecklund has performed 17 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #84 in California.
Dr. Ecklund has recorded 17 Medicare fee-for-service procedures. Medicare data represents approximately one-third of all joint replacements nationwide, so these counts reflect only a portion of a surgeon's full practice. California has 608 orthopedic surgeons in the current dataset.
Dr. Ecklund's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 17 verified procedures in 2023. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Mountain View is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Mountain View area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Ecklund
How does Dr. Ecklund's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Ecklund has performed 17 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. Ecklund ranks #498 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ecklund perform?
Dr. Ecklund's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 17 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ecklund in Mountain View?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Mountain View 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. Ecklund 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. Ecklund's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 17 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Mountain View, California
Compare Dr. Ecklund's volume with other surgeons practicing in Mountain View.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Akira Yamamoto | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Page | 103 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ashish Mittal | 82 | Hip, Knee |
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