Dr. Rolf Drinhaus, MD
Contact & Location
951-698-4660
Murrieta, CA 92562
About Dr. Drinhaus
Dr. Rolf Drinhaus is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Murrieta, California. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Drinhaus performed 27 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#278 in California) and 24 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 51 procedures.
In California, Dr. Drinhaus performs below the state average in knee (27 vs 47), below the state average in hip (24 vs 41).
Dr. Drinhaus's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (27 cases) and hip replacements (24 cases).
Dr. Drinhaus is the only orthopedic surgeon in Murrieta represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Drinhaus extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 41 to 51 in the most recent data, a 24% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Drinhaus's 27 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 15 | 26 |
| 2014 | 14 | 28 |
| 2015 | 14 | 21 |
| 2016 | 13 | 28 |
| 2017 | 21 | 28 |
| 2018 | 19 | 28 |
| 2019 | 21 | 17 |
| 2020 | 23 | 14 |
| 2021 | 17 | 11 |
| 2022 | 18 | 17 |
| 2023 | 27 | 28 |
| 2024 | 24 | 27 |
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. Drinhaus Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Drinhaus's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 24% from 41 procedures in 2013 to 51 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. Drinhaus
How does Dr. Drinhaus's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Drinhaus has performed 51 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. Drinhaus ranks #262 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Drinhaus perform?
Dr. Drinhaus's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases) and hip replacement (24 cases).
Where is Dr. Drinhaus's practice located?
Dr. Drinhaus practices in Murrieta, California. The office is located at 25150 Hancock Ave Ste 200, Murrieta, CA 92562. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Drinhaus for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Drinhaus 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. Drinhaus's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 51 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Drinhaus's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Drinhaus's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 41 procedures in 2013 to 51 in the most recent data, a 24% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 55 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Drinhaus perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Drinhaus's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases), hip replacement (24 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Drinhaus affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Drinhaus is affiliated with Riverside University Health System-Medical Center, Temecula Valley Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Drinhaus practices?
Riverside University Health System-Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Temecula Valley Hospital (3 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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