Dr. Raj Amin, MD
Dr. Raj Amin is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Clovis, California. A Medicare provider since 2015, Dr. Amin has performed 72 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#80 in California) and 15 hip replacements, for a combined total of 87 procedures.
In California, Dr. Amin performs above average in knee (72 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (15 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Amin's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 83% of reported Medicare volume.
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Amin holds additional credentials in Orthopaedic Trauma and Sports Medicine, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Clovis is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Clovis area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Amin first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Amin's 72 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. Amin Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Clovis, CA 93611
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Amin has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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 Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Amin
How does Dr. Amin's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Amin has performed 87 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Amin ranks #138 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Amin perform?
Dr. Amin's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (72 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Amin in Clovis?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Clovis 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. Amin 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. Amin's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 87 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Amin perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Amin's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (72 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Amin affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Amin is affiliated with Clovis Community Medical Center.
How does Dr. Amin compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Clovis?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Clovis, Dr. Amin ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Amin has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Amin practices?
Clovis Community Medical Center (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 Clovis, California
Dr. Amin's 87 Medicare procedures are above the Clovis average of 53. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Clovis.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Kollmorgen | 63 | Hip |
| Dr. Arbi Nazarian | 57 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Geoffrey Rohlfing | 41 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Spencer Woolwine | 18 | Knee |
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