Dr. Stephan Yacoubian, M.D.
Contact & Location
818-841-3936
Burbank, CA 91505
Dr. Yacoubian performs more knee replacement procedures than 30% of orthopedic surgeons in California, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #341 of 491 ranked knee surgeons in California.
About Dr. Yacoubian
Practice. Dr. Stephan Yacoubian is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Burbank, California. The latest annual CMS data records 21 knee replacements and 18 shoulder replacements, 39 procedures in all. That is #341 in California for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 29 procedures a year to 39, up 34%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 21 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Burbank has 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 16 | 13 |
| 2014 | 26 | 0 |
| 2015 | 15 | 0 |
| 2016 | 18 | 17 |
| 2017 | 15 | 20 |
| 2018 | 15 | 21 |
| 2019 | 12 | 18 |
| 2020 | 13 | 13 |
| 2021 | 0 | 18 |
| 2022 | 18 | 21 |
| 2023 | 13 | 14 |
| 2024 | 21 | 18 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Yacoubian Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Yacoubian's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 34% from 29 procedures in 2013 to 39 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Yacoubian
How does Dr. Yacoubian's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Yacoubian has performed 39 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. Yacoubian ranks #333 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Yacoubian perform?
Dr. Yacoubian's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases) and shoulder replacement (18 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Yacoubian in Burbank?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Burbank 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. Yacoubian represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Yacoubian's total volume across all insurers at roughly 120 to 150 procedures against the 39 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Yacoubian's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Yacoubian's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 29 procedures in 2013 to 39 in the most recent data, a 34% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 39 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Yacoubian perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Yacoubian's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases), shoulder replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Yacoubian affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Yacoubian is affiliated with Providence Saint Joseph Medical Ctr, Glendale Adventist Medical Center, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital.
How does Dr. Yacoubian compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Burbank?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Burbank, Dr. Yacoubian ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Yacoubian is among the highest-volume surgeons in Burbank.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Yacoubian practices?
Providence Saint Joseph Medical Ctr (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Glendale Adventist Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Henry Mayo Newhall 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 Burbank, California
Dr. Yacoubian's 39 Medicare procedures are below the Burbank average of 59. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Burbank.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Shahan Yacoubian | 173 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Lee | 35 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Eli Ahdoot | 29 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Driscoll | 17 | Hip |
Patient Resources & Verification
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