Knee
Dr. Richard Rooney, M.D.
Dr. Richard Rooney is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lompoc, California. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Rooney has performed 15 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #413 in California.
In California, Dr. Rooney performs below average in knee (15 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Rooney's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 15 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.
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Rooney holds additional credentials in Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Dr. Rooney is the only orthopedic surgeon in Lompoc represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Rooney's Medicare record spans 3 years from 2021 through 2023. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 15 to 23 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Dr. Rooney's 15 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Rooney Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Lompoc, CA 93436
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Rooney's procedure volume has been consistent across 3 years of Medicare data, ranging from 15 to 23 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Rooney
How does Dr. Rooney's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Rooney has performed 15 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The California average is 65 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Rooney ranks #515 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Rooney perform?
Dr. Rooney's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 15 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Rooney's practice located?
Dr. Rooney practices in Lompoc, California. The office is located at 1225 N H St, Lompoc, CA 93436. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Rooney for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Rooney 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. Rooney's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 15 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Rooney's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Rooney's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 3 years of Medicare data, ranging from 15 to 23 procedures per year between 2021 and 2023. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Rooney affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Rooney is affiliated with Lompoc Valley Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Rooney practices?
Lompoc Valley Medical Center (1 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.
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