Dr. Micah Berry, M.D.
Contact & Location
310-569-5933
Pasadena, CA 91101
Dr. Berry performs more knee replacement procedures than 67% of orthopedic surgeons in California, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #160 of 491 ranked knee surgeons in California.
About Dr. Berry
Practice. Dr. Micah Berry is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pasadena, California. The latest annual CMS data records 46 knee replacements, 36 hip replacements, and 22 shoulder replacements, 104 procedures in all. That is #160 in California for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2022 to 2024, 3 years. Volume rose from 68 procedures a year to 104, up 53%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 46 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Pasadena has 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Berry also holds hospital privileges in CA and OR, a practice that extends beyond California.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 31 | 25 | 12 |
| 2023 | 37 | 49 | 17 |
| 2024 | 36 | 46 | 22 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Berry Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Berry's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 53% from 68 procedures in 2022 to 104 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 Knee Replacement
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Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Berry
How does Dr. Berry's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Berry has performed 104 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the California average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Berry ranks #106 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Berry perform?
Dr. Berry performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (46 cases), hip replacement (36 cases), shoulder replacement (22 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Berry in Pasadena?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Pasadena 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. Berry represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Berry's total volume across all insurers at roughly 330 to 420 procedures against the 104 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Berry's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Berry's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 68 procedures in 2022 to 104 in the most recent data, a 53% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 104 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Berry perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Berry's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (46 cases), hip replacement (36 cases), shoulder replacement (22 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Berry among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Berry affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Berry is affiliated with Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital, Sutter Coast Hospital, Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital, Oroville Hospital, Curry General Hospital. Dr. Berry maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Berry compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Pasadena?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Pasadena, Dr. Berry ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Berry is among the highest-volume surgeons in Pasadena.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Berry practices?
Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate above national average); Sutter Coast Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital (4 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 Pasadena, California
Dr. Berry's 104 Medicare procedures are above the Pasadena average of 97. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Pasadena.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Todd Dietrick | 253 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James O'dowd | 108 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Itamura | 74 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Timothy Jackson | 64 | Hip |
| Dr. Daniel Laster | 46 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. George Tang | 30 | Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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