Dr. Thomas Golden is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Ventura, California. In 2023, Dr. Golden performed 35 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#205 in California) and 17 hip replacements, for a combined total of 52 procedures.
Dr. Golden's 52 Medicare procedures are near the California median of 42. The state has 580 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33â37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Golden's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (35 cases) and hip replacements (17 cases).
Ventura is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Ventura area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Golden
How does Dr. Golden's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Golden performed 52 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The California average is 66 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Golden ranks #238 out of 580 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Golden perform?
Dr. Golden's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases) and hip replacement (17 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Golden in Ventura?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Ventura 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. Golden represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33â37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Golden's total practice volume â including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients â is likely higher than the 52 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Ventura, California
Compare Dr. Golden's volume with other surgeons practicing in Ventura.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jason Hofer | 208 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephan Sweet | 33 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. John Burge | 25 | Knee |
| Dr. Robert Mazurek | 17 | Knee |
| Dr. Denise Stennette | 16 | Knee |
| Dr. Mary Ragsdale | 16 | Knee |
Preparing for Surgery?
Browse recommended recovery products for knee replacement
View Recovery ProductsContact & Location
Ventura, CA 93003