Dr. Marc Weise, M.D.
Contact & Location
805-773-2650
Pismo Beach, CA 93449
About Dr. Weise
Dr. Marc Weise is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pismo Beach, California. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Weise performed 27 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#270 in California) and 22 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 49 procedures.
In California, Dr. Weise performs below the state average in knee (27 vs 47), below the state average in hip (22 vs 41).
Dr. Weise's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (27 cases) and hip replacements (22 cases).
Dr. Weise is the only orthopedic surgeon in Pismo Beach represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Weise extend back to 2014, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 49 in the most recent data, a 308% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Weise's 27 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)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 12 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 22 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 14 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 20 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 17 | 0 |
| 2019 | 17 | 31 | 12 |
| 2020 | 13 | 27 | 13 |
| 2021 | 15 | 21 | 0 |
| 2022 | 20 | 22 | 0 |
| 2023 | 19 | 17 | 0 |
| 2024 | 22 | 27 | 0 |
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. Weise Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Weise's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 308% from 12 procedures in 2014 to 49 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. Weise
How does Dr. Weise's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Weise has performed 49 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. Weise ranks #273 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Weise perform?
Dr. Weise's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases) and hip replacement (22 cases).
Where is Dr. Weise's practice located?
Dr. Weise practices in Pismo Beach, California. The office is located at 2 James Way, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Weise for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Weise 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. Weise's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 49 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Weise's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Weise's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2014 to 49 in the most recent data, a 308% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 60 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Weise perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Weise's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases), hip replacement (22 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Weise affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Weise is affiliated with Marian Regional Medical Center, French Hospital Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Weise practices?
Marian Regional Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); French Hospital Medical Center (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.
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