Dr. Petros Frousiakis, DO
Contact & Location
Ventura, CA 93003
Dr. Petros Frousiakis is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Ventura, California. Dr. Frousiakis has performed 13 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#313 in California) and 11 knee replacements, for a combined total of 24 procedures.
In California, Dr. Frousiakis performs below average in hip (13 vs 41 avg), below average in knee (11 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Frousiakis's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (13 cases) and knee replacements (11 cases).
Ventura is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Ventura area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Frousiakis first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Frousiakis's 13 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Frousiakis 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Frousiakis
How does Dr. Frousiakis's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Frousiakis has performed 24 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The California average is 68 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Frousiakis ranks #432 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Frousiakis perform?
Dr. Frousiakis's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (13 cases) and knee replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Frousiakis in Ventura?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Ventura 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. Frousiakis 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. Frousiakis's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 24 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Frousiakis perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Frousiakis's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (13 cases), knee replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Frousiakis affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Frousiakis is affiliated with Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura, Community Memorial Hospital - Ojai.
How does Dr. Frousiakis compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Ventura?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Ventura, Dr. Frousiakis ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Ventura has 198 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Frousiakis practices?
Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Community Memorial Hospital - Ojai (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Ventura, California
Dr. Frousiakis's 24 Medicare procedures are below the Ventura average of 56. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Ventura.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jason Hofer | 198 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Golden | 64 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Burge | 39 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephan Sweet | 33 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Robert Mazurek | 17 | Knee |
| Dr. Mary Ragsdale | 16 | Knee |
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