Dr. Troy Dickson, M.D.
Contact & Location
530-344-2070
Placerville, CA 95667
Dr. Dickson performs more knee replacement procedures than 41% of orthopedic surgeons in California, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #289 of 491 ranked knee surgeons in California.
About Dr. Dickson
Dr. Troy Dickson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Placerville, California. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Dickson completed 25 knee replacements (#289 in California), 14 shoulder replacements, and 11 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, totaling 50 Medicare-verified procedures.
In California, Dr. Dickson performs below the state average in knee (25 vs 47), below the state average in shoulder (14 vs 31), below the state average in hip (11 vs 41).
Dr. Dickson performs all three major joint replacement procedures (hip, knee, and shoulder), indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (25 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (14) and hip replacements (11).
Placerville is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Placerville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Dickson extend back to 2013, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 14 to 50 in the most recent data, a 257% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Dickson's 25 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,612 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 14 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 11 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 19 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 16 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 35 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 16 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 17 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 15 | 13 |
| 2023 | 13 | 22 | 13 |
| 2024 | 11 | 25 | 14 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Dickson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dickson's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 257% from 14 procedures in 2013 to 50 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Dickson
How does Dr. Dickson's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Dickson has performed 50 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The California average is 68 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Dickson ranks #271 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dickson perform?
Dr. Dickson performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (25 cases), shoulder replacement (14 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dickson in Placerville?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Placerville 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. Dickson represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Dickson's total volume across all insurers at roughly 160 to 200 procedures against the 50 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Dickson's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Dickson's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2013 to 50 in the most recent data, a 257% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 50 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Dickson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Dickson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (25 cases), shoulder replacement (14 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Dickson among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dickson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dickson is affiliated with Marshall Medical Center.
How does Dr. Dickson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Placerville?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Placerville, Dr. Dickson ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Dickson has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dickson practices?
Marshall Medical Center (3 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 Placerville, California
Dr. Dickson's 50 Medicare procedures are above the Placerville average of 39. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Placerville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Warren Vance | 43 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Cyphers | 34 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Molitor | 28 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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