Dr. Reza Omid, MD
Contact & Location
Los Angeles, CA 90033
Dr. Reza Omid is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Los Angeles, California. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Omid has performed 24 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #71 in California.
In California, Dr. Omid performs below average in shoulder (24 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Omid's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 24 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Los Angeles is home to 34 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Los Angeles area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Omid extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 15 to 24 in the most recent data, a 60% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 2,213 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Omid's 24 verified procedures is near the national average of 29.
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. Omid Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Omid's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 60% from 15 procedures in 2013 to 24 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Omid
How does Dr. Omid's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Omid 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. Omid ranks #443 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Omid perform?
Dr. Omid's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder 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. Omid in Los Angeles?
Yes. There are 34 orthopedic surgeons in Los Angeles 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. Omid 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. Omid's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 24 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Omid's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Omid's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2013 to 24 in the most recent data, a 60% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 24 procedures in 2024.
How does Dr. Omid compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Los Angeles?
Among the 34 orthopedic surgeons in Los Angeles, Dr. Omid ranks #25 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Los Angeles has 211 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Los Angeles, California
Dr. Omid's 24 Medicare procedures are below the Los Angeles average of 108. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Los Angeles.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Tiberi | 211 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Oakes | 192 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Micah Adamson | 98 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Vishal Hegde | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Spitzer | 71 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Sassoon | 62 | Hip, Knee |
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