Knee
Dr. Suketu Vaishnav, MD
Dr. Suketu Vaishnav is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fountain Valley, California. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Vaishnav has performed 13 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #464 in California.
In California, Dr. Vaishnav performs below average in knee (13 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Vaishnav's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 13 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Fountain Valley is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Fountain Valley area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Vaishnav first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2018. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Vaishnav's 13 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Vaishnav Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Vaishnav has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2018. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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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Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full knee replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Vaishnav
How does Dr. Vaishnav's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Vaishnav has performed 13 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. Vaishnav ranks #559 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Vaishnav perform?
Dr. Vaishnav's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 13 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Vaishnav in Fountain Valley?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Fountain Valley 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. Vaishnav 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. Vaishnav's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 13 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Vaishnav affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Vaishnav is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.
How does Dr. Vaishnav compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fountain Valley?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Fountain Valley, Dr. Vaishnav ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Fountain Valley has 49 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Vaishnav practices?
Cedars-Sinai 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 Fountain Valley, California
Dr. Vaishnav's 13 Medicare procedures are below the Fountain Valley average of 21. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fountain Valley.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Ninh | 49 | Knee |
| Dr. Trieu Tran | 19 | Knee |
| Dr. Dilip Tapadiya | 16 | Knee |
| Dr. Trong Nguyen | 15 | Knee |
| Dr. Peter Pyrko | 14 | Knee |
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