Dr. Neal Berger, M.D.
Dr. Neal Berger is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Redwood City, California. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Berger has completed 36 knee replacements (#207 in California), 25 hip replacements, and 11 shoulder replacements, totaling 72 Medicare-verified procedures.
In California, Dr. Berger performs near average in knee (36 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (25 vs 41 avg), below average in shoulder (11 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Berger performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (36 cases), followed by hip replacements (25) and shoulder replacements (11).
Redwood City is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Redwood City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Berger extend back to 2016, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 25 to 72 in the most recent data, a 188% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Berger's 36 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. Berger Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Redwood City, CA 94062
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Berger's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 188% from 25 procedures in 2016 to 72 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. Berger
How does Dr. Berger's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Berger has performed 72 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Berger ranks #183 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Berger perform?
Dr. Berger performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (36 cases), hip replacement (25 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Berger in Redwood City?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Redwood City 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. Berger 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. Berger's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 72 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Berger's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Berger's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 25 procedures in 2016 to 72 in the most recent data, a 188% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 72 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Berger perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Berger's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (36 cases), hip replacement (25 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Berger among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Berger affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Berger is affiliated with Sequoia Hospital, Stanford Health Care, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Berger practices?
Sequoia Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Stanford Health Care (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mills-Peninsula Medical Center (5 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 Redwood City, California
Dr. Berger's 72 Medicare procedures are below the Redwood City average of 80. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Redwood City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Costouros | 87 | Shoulder |
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