Dr. Ryan Stancil, M.D.
Dr. Ryan Stancil is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Santa Monica, California. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Stancil has performed 34 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#215 in California) and 17 hip replacements, for a combined total of 51 procedures.
In California, Dr. Stancil performs below average in knee (34 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (17 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Stancil's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (34 cases) and hip replacements (17 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Stancil holds additional credentials in Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Santa Monica is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Santa Monica area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Stancil first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Stancil's 34 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. Stancil Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Santa Monica, CA 90404
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Stancil has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Stancil
How does Dr. Stancil's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Stancil has performed 51 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. Stancil ranks #251 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Stancil perform?
Dr. Stancil's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases) and hip replacement (17 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Stancil in Santa Monica?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Santa Monica 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. Stancil 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. Stancil's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 51 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Stancil perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Stancil's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases), hip replacement (17 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Stancil affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Stancil is affiliated with West Anaheim Medical Center, Foothill Regional Medical Center, Los Angeles Community Hospital, Ahmc Anaheim Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Stancil compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Santa Monica?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Santa Monica, Dr. Stancil ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Santa Monica has 179 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Stancil practices?
West Anaheim Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Foothill Regional Medical Center (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Los Angeles Community Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Santa Monica, California
Dr. Stancil's 51 Medicare procedures are below the Santa Monica average of 85. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Santa Monica.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Umesh Bhagia | 179 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Zarin | 149 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alexandra Stavrakis | 72 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Gerhardt | 67 | Hip |
| Dr. Kevin Ehrhart | 43 | Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Jensen | 37 | Shoulder |
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