Hip
Dr. Louis Stabile, MD
Dr. Louis Stabile is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Palm Springs, California. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Stabile has performed 19 Medicare-verified hip replacements, ranking #233 in California.
In California, Dr. Stabile performs below average in hip (19 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Stabile's Medicare data shows a focused hip replacement practice with 19 verified procedures. 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.
Palm Springs is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Palm Springs area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Stabile extend back to 2013, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 19 in the most recent data, a 58% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Stabile's 19 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Stabile Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Palm Springs, CA 92262
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Stabile's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 58% from 12 procedures in 2013 to 19 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 Hip Replacement
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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Stabile
How does Dr. Stabile's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Stabile has performed 19 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. Stabile ranks #461 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Stabile perform?
Dr. Stabile's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 19 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Stabile in Palm Springs?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Palm Springs 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. Stabile 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. Stabile's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 19 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Stabile's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Stabile's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2013 to 19 in the most recent data, a 58% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 19 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Stabile affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Stabile is affiliated with Desert Regional Medical Center, John F Kennedy Memorial Hospital, Eisenhower Medical Center, El Centro Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Stabile compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Palm Springs?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Palm Springs, Dr. Stabile ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Palm Springs has 139 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Stabile practices?
Desert Regional Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); John F Kennedy Memorial Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Eisenhower Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Palm Springs, California
Dr. Stabile's 19 Medicare procedures are below the Palm Springs average of 66. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Palm Springs.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Dustin Briggs | 139 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Bell | 82 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Savin | 79 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Matthew Zapf | 13 | Hip |
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