Dr. Vishal Hegde, MD
Dr. Vishal Hegde is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Los Angeles, California. A Medicare provider since 2013, Dr. Hegde has performed 45 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#158 in California) and 38 hip replacements, for a combined total of 83 procedures.
In California, Dr. Hegde performs near average in knee (45 vs 45 avg), near average in hip (38 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Hegde's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (45 cases) and hip replacements (38 cases).
Los Angeles is home to 34 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Los Angeles area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Hegde extend back to 2019, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 27 to 83 in the most recent data, a 207% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Hegde's 45 verified procedures is near 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. Hegde Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Los Angeles, CA 90095
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hegde's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 207% from 27 procedures in 2019 to 83 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. Hegde
How does Dr. Hegde's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Hegde has performed 83 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hegde ranks #147 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hegde perform?
Dr. Hegde's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (45 cases) and hip replacement (38 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hegde in Los Angeles?
Yes. There are 34 orthopedic surgeons in Los Angeles 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. Hegde 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. Hegde's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 83 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Hegde's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hegde's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 27 procedures in 2019 to 83 in the most recent data, a 207% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 83 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Hegde perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hegde's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (45 cases), hip replacement (38 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hegde affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hegde is affiliated with Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, Johns Hopkins Hospital, The. Dr. Hegde maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Hegde compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Los Angeles?
Among the 34 orthopedic surgeons in Los Angeles, Dr. Hegde ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Los Angeles has 198 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hegde practices?
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Johns Hopkins Hospital, The (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Los Angeles, California
Dr. Hegde's 83 Medicare procedures are below the Los Angeles average of 105. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Los Angeles.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Daniel Oakes | 198 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Tiberi | 172 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Spitzer | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Micah Adamson | 65 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Gilbert | 65 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Sassoon | 62 | Hip, Knee |
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