Dr. Scott Porter, M.D.
Contact & Location
530-750-5900
Davis, CA 95616
About Dr. Porter
Dr. Scott Porter is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Davis, California. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Porter performed 34 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#218 in California) and 13 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 47 procedures.
In California, Dr. Porter performs below the state average in knee (34 vs 47), below the state average in hip (13 vs 41).
Dr. Porter's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (34 cases) and hip replacements (13 cases).
Dr. Porter is the only orthopedic surgeon in Davis represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Porter's Medicare data spans 10 years, beginning in 2015. Volume peaked at 81 procedures in 2019 before settling at 47 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Porter's 34 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 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 21 |
| 2016 | 17 | 21 |
| 2017 | 19 | 39 |
| 2018 | 20 | 48 |
| 2019 | 22 | 59 |
| 2020 | 20 | 40 |
| 2021 | 19 | 37 |
| 2022 | 17 | 31 |
| 2023 | 20 | 36 |
| 2024 | 13 | 34 |
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. Porter Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Porter's recorded volume peaked at 81 procedures in 2019 and stood at 47 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Porter
How does Dr. Porter's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Porter has performed 47 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. Porter ranks #286 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Porter perform?
Dr. Porter's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Where is Dr. Porter's practice located?
Dr. Porter practices in Davis, California. The office is located at 2020 Sutter Pl, Davis, CA 95616. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Porter for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Porter 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. Porter's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 47 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Porter's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Porter's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 81 procedures in 2019 and was 47 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Porter perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Porter's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Porter affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Porter is affiliated with Sutter Davis Hospital, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Porter practices?
Sutter Davis Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento (4 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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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