Dr. Morgan Silldorff, M.D.
Dr. Morgan Silldorff is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Encinitas, California. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Silldorff has performed 39 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#183 in California) and 31 hip replacements, for a combined total of 70 procedures.
In California, Dr. Silldorff performs near average in knee (39 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (31 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Silldorff's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (39 cases) and hip replacements (31 cases).
Encinitas is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Encinitas area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Silldorff extend back to 2020, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 31 to 70 in the most recent data, a 126% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Silldorff's 39 verified procedures is near 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. Silldorff Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Encinitas, CA 92024
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Silldorff's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 126% from 31 procedures in 2020 to 70 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. Silldorff
How does Dr. Silldorff's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Silldorff has performed 70 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Silldorff ranks #188 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Silldorff perform?
Dr. Silldorff's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (39 cases) and hip replacement (31 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Silldorff in Encinitas?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Encinitas 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. Silldorff 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. Silldorff's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 70 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Silldorff's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Silldorff's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 31 procedures in 2020 to 70 in the most recent data, a 126% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 70 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Silldorff perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Silldorff's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (39 cases), hip replacement (31 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Silldorff affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Silldorff is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital - Encinitas, Tri-City Medical Center.
How does Dr. Silldorff compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Encinitas?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Encinitas, Dr. Silldorff ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Silldorff is among the highest-volume surgeons in Encinitas.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Silldorff practices?
Scripps Memorial Hospital - Encinitas (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Tri-City Medical Center (2 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 Encinitas, California
Dr. Silldorff's 70 Medicare procedures are at the Encinitas average of 70. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Encinitas.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Hajnik | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nathan Hammel | 42 | Hip, Knee |
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