Dr. Patrick Schafer
Contact & Location
530-242-3500
Redding, CA 96001
Dr. Schafer performs more hip replacement procedures than 75% of orthopedic surgeons in California, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #86 of 348 ranked hip surgeons in California.
About Dr. Schafer
Practice. Dr. Patrick Schafer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Redding, California. The latest annual CMS data records 50 hip replacements and 37 knee replacements, 87 procedures in all. That is #86 in California for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2016.
Trend. Dr. Schafer first appears in the Medicare data in 2024. With 1 year on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 50 procedures is above the national average of 36.
Local context. Redding has 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 1 year: 87 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee 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. Schafer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
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 Hip Replacement
If you are considering hip replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
Understanding the progression from conservative treatments to surgical intervention, and how to determine when hip replacement becomes the right choice.
What to Expect on the Day of SurgeryA step-by-step walkthrough of your surgical day, from pre-op preparation through anesthesia, the procedure itself, and the first hours of recovery.
Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after hip replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full hip replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Schafer
How does Dr. Schafer's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Schafer has performed 87 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the California average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Schafer ranks #139 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Schafer perform?
Dr. Schafer's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (50 cases) and knee replacement (37 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Schafer in Redding?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Redding 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. Schafer 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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Schafer's total volume across all insurers at roughly 280 to 360 procedures against the 87 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.
Does Dr. Schafer perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Schafer's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (50 cases), knee replacement (37 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Schafer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Schafer is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center Redding.
How does Dr. Schafer compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Redding?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Redding, Dr. Schafer ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Schafer is among the highest-volume surgeons in Redding.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Schafer practices?
Mercy Medical Center Redding (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 Redding, California
Dr. Schafer's 87 Medicare procedures are below the Redding average of 112. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Redding.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Shawn Brubaker | 226 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Troy Miles | 212 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Schwartz | 85 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Molly Hartzler | 46 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Cross | 16 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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