Dr. Timothy Galan, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Timothy Galan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bakersfield, California. In 2023, Dr. Galan performed 55 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#108 in California) and 24 hip replacements (#185 in California), for a combined total of 79 procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in California.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
55 verified cases
#108 in California
Hip Replacement
24 verified cases
#185 in California

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Galan

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (79 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Galan, 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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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 661-664-2300
300 Old River Rd Ste 200
Bakersfield, CA 93311
NPI: 1528324043
Credentials: MD
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 14 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed MD
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī 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.