Dr. Stephen Howell is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sacramento, California. In 2023, Dr. Howell performed 220 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #7 in California. This places Dr. Howell among the highest-volume joint replacement surgeons in California.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
Knee Replacement
220 verified cases
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)
Questions to Ask Dr. Howell
This surgeon has high Medicare volume (220 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.
Recommended Script:
"Dr. Howell, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"
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📞 Phone: 916-689-7370
8120 Timberlake Way
Sacramento, CA 95823
Sacramento, CA 95823
NPI: 1972697704
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 20 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.