Dr. Raj Kullar, M.D.
Contact & Location
Los Gatos, CA 95030
Dr. Raj Kullar is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Los Gatos, California. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Kullar has completed 50 knee replacements (#138 in California), 29 hip replacements, and 22 shoulder replacements, totaling 101 Medicare-verified procedures.
In California, Dr. Kullar performs near average in knee (50 vs 47 avg), below average in hip (29 vs 41 avg), below average in shoulder (22 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Kullar performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (50 cases), followed by hip replacements (29) and shoulder replacements (22).
Los Gatos is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Los Gatos area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Kullar extend back to 2015, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 101 in the most recent data, a 677% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Kullar's 50 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Kullar Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kullar's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 677% from 13 procedures in 2015 to 101 in the most recent data.
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. Kullar
How does Dr. Kullar's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Kullar has performed 101 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the California average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Kullar ranks #113 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kullar perform?
Dr. Kullar performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (50 cases), hip replacement (29 cases), shoulder replacement (22 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kullar in Los Gatos?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Los Gatos 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. Kullar 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. Kullar's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 101 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Kullar's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Kullar's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2015 to 101 in the most recent data, a 677% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 101 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Kullar perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kullar's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (50 cases), hip replacement (29 cases), shoulder replacement (22 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Kullar among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kullar affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kullar is affiliated with El Camino Health.
How does Dr. Kullar compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Los Gatos?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Los Gatos, Dr. Kullar ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Kullar has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kullar practices?
El Camino Health (4 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 Los Gatos, California
Dr. Kullar's 101 Medicare procedures are above the Los Gatos average of 39. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Los Gatos.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Sanaz Hariri | 32 | Knee |
| Dr. Terence Delaney | 27 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ian Barrett | 24 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Nathaniel Cohen | 13 | Shoulder |
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