Dr. Raj Kullar, M.D.
Contact & Location
408-730-6160
Los Gatos, CA 95030
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Dr. Kullar performs more knee replacement procedures than 71% of orthopedic surgeons in California, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #138 of 491 ranked knee surgeons in California.
About Dr. Kullar
Practice. Dr. Raj Kullar is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Los Gatos, California. The latest annual CMS data records 50 knee replacements, 29 hip replacements, and 22 shoulder replacements, 101 procedures in all. That is #138 in California for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2015 to 2024, 10 years. Volume rose from 13 procedures a year to 101, up 677%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 50 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Los Gatos has 5 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 | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 13 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 15 | 19 | 0 |
| 2017 | 18 | 30 | 19 |
| 2018 | 26 | 28 | 17 |
| 2019 | 23 | 32 | 13 |
| 2020 | 20 | 22 | 11 |
| 2021 | 13 | 28 | 13 |
| 2022 | 17 | 52 | 22 |
| 2023 | 33 | 47 | 19 |
| 2024 | 29 | 50 | 22 |
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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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 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Kullar's total volume across all insurers at roughly 330 to 410 procedures against the 101 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. 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 |
Patient Resources & Verification
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