Dr. Stephen Owens is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Glendale, California. Dr. Owens has performed 28 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#269 in California) and 22 hip replacements, for a combined total of 50 procedures.
Dr. Owens's 50 Medicare procedures are near the California median of 42. The state has 608 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Owens's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (28 cases) and hip replacements (22 cases).
Glendale is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Glendale area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Owens
How does Dr. Owens's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Owens has performed 50 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. Owens ranks #257 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Owens perform?
Dr. Owens's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases) and hip replacement (22 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Owens in Glendale?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Glendale 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. Owens 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. Owens's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 50 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Glendale, California
Compare Dr. Owens's volume with other surgeons practicing in Glendale.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Vahan Cepkinian | 55 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Philip Merritt | 38 | Hip |
| Dr. Michael Abdulian | 38 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sooren Karayan | 38 | Knee |
| Dr. Loren Geller | 22 | Knee |
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