Dr. Micah Berry, M.D.
Contact & Location
Pasadena, CA 91101
Dr. Micah Berry is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pasadena, California. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Berry has completed 46 knee replacements (#160 in California), 36 hip replacements, and 22 shoulder replacements, totaling 104 Medicare-verified procedures.
In California, Dr. Berry performs near average in knee (46 vs 47 avg), near average in hip (36 vs 41 avg), below average in shoulder (22 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Berry performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (46 cases), followed by hip replacements (36) and shoulder replacements (22).
Pasadena is home to 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Pasadena area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Berry extend back to 2022, covering 3 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 68 to 104 in the most recent data, a 53% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Berry's 46 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. 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.
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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 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. Berry's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 104 procedures shown here.
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.
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 |
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