Dr. Travis Scudday, M.D.
Dr. Travis Scudday is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Orange, California. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Scudday has performed 130 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#26 in California) and 88 hip replacements, for a combined total of 218 procedures.
In California, Dr. Scudday performs well above average in knee (130 vs 45 avg), well above average in hip (88 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Scudday's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (130 cases) and hip replacements (88 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. Scudday extend back to 2018, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 111 to 218 in the most recent data, a 96% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Scudday's 130 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
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. Scudday Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Orange, CA 92868
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Scudday's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 96% from 111 procedures in 2018 to 218 in the most recent data.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Scudday
How does Dr. Scudday's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Scudday has performed 218 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Scudday ranks #25 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Scudday perform?
Dr. Scudday's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (130 cases) and hip replacement (88 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Scudday 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. Scudday 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. Scudday's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 218 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Scudday's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Scudday's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 111 procedures in 2018 to 218 in the most recent data, a 96% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 218 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Scudday perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Scudday's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (130 cases), hip replacement (88 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Scudday affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Scudday is affiliated with Hoag Orthopedic Institute, Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian, Providence St. Joseph Hospital.
How does Dr. Scudday compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Orange?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in Orange, Dr. Scudday ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Scudday is among the highest-volume surgeons in Orange.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Scudday practices?
Hoag Orthopedic Institute (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian (5 out of 5 CMS stars); Providence St. Joseph Hospital (4 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 Orange, California
Dr. Scudday's 218 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. Steven Barnett | 364 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jay Patel | 300 | 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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