Dr. Roger Sohn, MD
Contact & Location
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Dr. Roger Sohn is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in San Juan Capistrano, California. Dr. Sohn has performed 15 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #104 in California.
In California, Dr. Sohn performs below average in shoulder (15 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Sohn's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder 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.
Dr. Sohn is the only orthopedic surgeon in San Juan Capistrano represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Sohn first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Sohn's 15 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 29 among 2,213 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Sohn Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
If you are considering shoulder replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
Evidence-based exercises and lifestyle adjustments that can improve surgical outcomes and speed recovery when started weeks before your procedure.
Nutrition and Recovery After Joint ReplacementHow protein intake, anti-inflammatory foods, hydration, and targeted supplements support bone healing and tissue repair after surgery.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full shoulder replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Sohn
How does Dr. Sohn's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Sohn has performed 15 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. Sohn ranks #531 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sohn perform?
Dr. Sohn's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 15 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Sohn's practice located?
Dr. Sohn practices in San Juan Capistrano, California. The office is located at 31920 Del Obispo St Ste 170, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Sohn for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Sohn 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. Sohn's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 15 procedures shown here.
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