Dr. Paul Mead, M.D.
Dr. Paul Mead is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Oakland, California. A Medicare provider since 2013, Dr. Mead has performed 78 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#65 in California) and 21 hip replacements, for a combined total of 99 procedures.
In California, Dr. Mead performs above average in knee (78 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (21 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Mead's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 79% of reported Medicare volume.
Oakland is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Oakland area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Mead extend back to 2018, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 31 to 99 in the most recent data, a 219% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Mead's 78 verified procedures is above 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. Mead Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Oakland, CA 94611
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Mead's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 219% from 31 procedures in 2018 to 99 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Mead
How does Dr. Mead's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Mead has performed 99 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Mead ranks #111 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Mead perform?
Dr. Mead's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (78 cases) and hip replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Mead in Oakland?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Oakland 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. Mead 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. Mead's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 99 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Mead's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Mead's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 31 procedures in 2018 to 99 in the most recent data, a 219% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 159 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Mead perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Mead's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (78 cases), hip replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Mead compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Oakland?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Oakland, Dr. Mead ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Mead has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Oakland, California
Dr. Mead's 99 Medicare procedures are above the Oakland average of 64. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Oakland.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Basil Alwattar | 96 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stefano Bini | 75 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Barber | 28 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ivan Eck | 23 | Knee |
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