Dr. Michael French, D.O.
Dr. Michael French is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Moreno Valley, California. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. French has performed 30 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#248 in California) and 26 hip replacements, for a combined total of 56 procedures.
In California, Dr. French performs below average in knee (30 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (26 vs 41 avg).
Dr. French's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (30 cases) and hip replacements (26 cases).
Moreno Valley is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Moreno Valley area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. French extend back to 2017, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 44 to 56 in the most recent data, a 27% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. French's 30 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 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. French Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Moreno Valley, CA 92555
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. French's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 27% from 44 procedures in 2017 to 56 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. French
How does Dr. French's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. French has performed 56 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. French ranks #235 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. French perform?
Dr. French's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases) and hip replacement (26 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. French in Moreno Valley?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Moreno Valley 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. French 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. French's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 56 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. French's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. French's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 44 procedures in 2017 to 56 in the most recent data, a 27% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 90 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. French perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. French's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases), hip replacement (26 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. French affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. French is affiliated with Riverside University Health System-Medical Center, Loma Linda University Medical Center-Murrieta, Southwest Healthcare Rancho Springs Hospital.
How does Dr. French compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Moreno Valley?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Moreno Valley, Dr. French ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. French has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. French practices?
Riverside University Health System-Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Loma Linda University Medical Center-Murrieta (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Southwest Healthcare Rancho Springs Hospital (3 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 Moreno Valley, California
Dr. French's 56 Medicare procedures are above the Moreno Valley average of 27. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Moreno Valley.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Nicolas Vardiabasis | 24 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Eli Ahdoot | 15 | Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Brereton | 12 | Knee |
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