Dr. Sean Griffiths, D.O.
Dr. Sean Griffiths is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Walnut Creek, California. A Medicare provider since 2016, Dr. Griffiths has performed 48 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#84 in California) and 42 knee replacements, for a combined total of 90 procedures.
In California, Dr. Griffiths performs near average in hip (48 vs 41 avg), near average in knee (42 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Griffiths's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (48 cases) and knee replacements (42 cases).
Walnut Creek is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Walnut Creek area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Griffiths first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Griffiths's 48 verified procedures is above the national average of 36.
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. Griffiths Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Griffiths
How does Dr. Griffiths's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Griffiths has performed 90 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Griffiths ranks #131 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Griffiths perform?
Dr. Griffiths's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (48 cases) and knee replacement (42 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Griffiths in Walnut Creek?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Walnut Creek 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. Griffiths 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. Griffiths's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 90 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Griffiths perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Griffiths's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (48 cases), knee replacement (42 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Griffiths affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Griffiths is affiliated with John Muir Medical Center - Walnut Creek Campus, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center.
How does Dr. Griffiths compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Walnut Creek?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Walnut Creek, Dr. Griffiths ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Walnut Creek has 238 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Griffiths practices?
John Muir Medical Center - Walnut Creek Campus (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Alta Bates Summit Medical Center (5 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Walnut Creek, California
Dr. Griffiths's 90 Medicare procedures are below the Walnut Creek average of 97. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Walnut Creek.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Louay Toma | 238 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wendy Wong | 169 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Kronick | 96 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Craig Wiseman | 59 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. William Workman | 15 | Knee |
| Dr. Michael Michlitsch | 15 | Shoulder |
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