Dr. Mario Sablan, D.O.
Dr. Mario Sablan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Merced, California. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Sablan has completed 96 knee replacements (#46 in California), 30 hip replacements, and 14 shoulder replacements, totaling 140 Medicare-verified procedures.
In California, Dr. Sablan performs well above average in knee (96 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (30 vs 41 avg), below average in shoulder (14 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Sablan performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (96 cases), followed by hip replacements (30) and shoulder replacements (14).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Sablan holds additional credentials in Orthopaedic Trauma, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Merced is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Merced area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Sablan extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 93 to 140 in the most recent data, a 51% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Sablan's 96 verified procedures is more than 2x 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. Sablan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Merced, CA 95348
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sablan's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 51% from 93 procedures in 2013 to 140 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. Sablan
How does Dr. Sablan's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Sablan has performed 140 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Sablan ranks #60 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sablan perform?
Dr. Sablan performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (96 cases), hip replacement (30 cases), shoulder replacement (14 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sablan in Merced?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Merced 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. Sablan 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. Sablan's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 140 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Sablan's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Sablan's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 93 procedures in 2013 to 140 in the most recent data, a 51% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 162 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. Sablan perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sablan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (96 cases), hip replacement (30 cases), shoulder replacement (14 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Sablan among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sablan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sablan is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sablan practices?
Mercy Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Merced, California
Dr. Sablan's 140 Medicare procedures are above the Merced average of 80. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Merced.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Naseem Beauchman | 19 | Knee |
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