Dr. Philip Krueger, M.D.
Contact & Location
650-991-9400
Daly City, CA 94015
Santa Maria, CA 93454
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
Dr. Krueger performs more hip replacement procedures than 45% of orthopedic surgeons in California, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #190 of 348 ranked hip surgeons in California.
About Dr. Krueger
Practice. Dr. Philip Krueger is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Daly City, California. The latest annual CMS data records 24 hip replacements. That is #190 in California for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 5 years. Volume peaked at 56 in 2013 and stands at 24 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 24 procedures is below the national average of 36. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Daly City has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 22 | 34 |
| 2014 | 17 | 32 |
| 2015 | 20 | 29 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 16 | 0 |
| 2024 | 24 | 0 |
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. 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. Krueger Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Krueger's recorded volume peaked at 56 procedures in 2013 and stood at 24 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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
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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Krueger
How does Dr. Krueger's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Krueger 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. Krueger ranks #430 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Krueger perform?
Dr. Krueger's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 24 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Krueger in Daly City?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Daly 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. Krueger 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, which puts Dr. Krueger's total volume across all insurers at roughly 70 to 100 procedures against the 24 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.
Has Dr. Krueger's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Krueger's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 56 procedures in 2013 and was 24 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Which hospitals is Dr. Krueger affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Krueger is affiliated with Grossmont Hospital, Adventist Health Twin Cities.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Krueger practices?
Grossmont Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Adventist Health Twin Cities (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 Daly City, California
Dr. Krueger's 24 Medicare procedures are below the Daly City average of 45. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Daly City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Musa Zaid | 66 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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