Dr. Patrick St.Pierre is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Rancho Mirage, California. Dr. St.Pierre has performed 124 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #2 in California.
Dr. St.Pierre's combined volume of 124 procedures places them above the California statewide average of 65. Among 608 orthopedic surgeons in California, Dr. St.Pierre ranks #75 overall.
Dr. St.Pierre's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 124 verified procedures in 2023. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Rancho Mirage is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Rancho Mirage area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. St.Pierre
How does Dr. St.Pierre's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. St.Pierre has performed 124 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. St.Pierre ranks #75 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. St.Pierre perform?
Dr. St.Pierre's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 124 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. St.Pierre with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. St.Pierre ranks #2 in California for shoulder replacement with 124 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 608 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. St.Pierre in Rancho Mirage?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Rancho Mirage 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. St.Pierre 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. St.Pierre's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 124 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Rancho Mirage, California
Compare Dr. St.Pierre's volume with other surgeons practicing in Rancho Mirage.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Erik Schnaser | 427 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ghassan Boghosian | 420 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Karimdad Otarodi | 19 | Shoulder |
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