Dr. Steven Barnett, MD
Dr. Steven Barnett is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Orange, California. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Barnett has performed 222 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#6 in California) and 142 hip replacements, for a combined total of 364 procedures.
In California, Dr. Barnett performs well above average in knee (222 vs 45 avg), well above average in hip (142 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Barnett's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (222 cases) and hip replacements (142 cases).
Orange is home to 14 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Orange area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Barnett extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 283 to 364 in the most recent data, a 29% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Barnett's 222 verified procedures is more than 4x the national average of 45, ranking #40 nationally.
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. Barnett Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Orange, CA 92868
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Barnett's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 29% from 283 procedures in 2013 to 364 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Barnett
How does Dr. Barnett's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Barnett has performed 364 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 5x the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Barnett ranks #6 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Barnett perform?
Dr. Barnett's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (222 cases) and hip replacement (142 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Barnett with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Barnett ranks #6 in California for knee replacement with 222 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 608 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Barnett in Orange?
Yes. There are 14 orthopedic surgeons in Orange 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. Barnett 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. Barnett's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 364 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Barnett's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Barnett's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 283 procedures in 2013 to 364 in the most recent data, a 29% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 418 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Barnett perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Barnett's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (222 cases), hip replacement (142 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Barnett compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Orange?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in Orange, Dr. Barnett ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Barnett has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Orange, California
Dr. Barnett's 364 Medicare procedures are above the Orange average of 182. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Orange.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jay Patel | 300 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Travis Scudday | 218 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ran Schwarzkopf | 167 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Yang | 86 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Duke Hasson | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ayaz Biviji | 62 | Hip, Knee |
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