Dr. Yuhwan Hong, M.D.
Contact & Location
916-732-3000
Sacramento, CA 95816
Dr. Hong performs more knee replacement procedures than 2% of orthopedic surgeons in California, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #480 of 491 ranked knee surgeons in California.
About Dr. Hong
Practice. Dr. Yuhwan Hong is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sacramento, California. The latest annual CMS data records 11 knee replacements. That is #480 in California for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2016 to 2024, 9 years. Volume peaked at 27 in 2018 and stands at 11 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 11 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Sacramento has 28 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 27 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 19 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 16 |
| 2024 | 11 |
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. 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. Hong Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hong's recorded volume peaked at 27 procedures in 2018 and stood at 11 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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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What to Expect on the Day of SurgeryA step-by-step walkthrough of your surgical day, from pre-op preparation through anesthesia, the procedure itself, and the first hours of recovery.
Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Hong
How does Dr. Hong's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Hong has performed 11 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. Hong ranks #600 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hong perform?
Dr. Hong's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hong in Sacramento?
Yes. There are 28 orthopedic surgeons in Sacramento 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. Hong 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, which puts Dr. Hong's total volume across all insurers at roughly 40 to 50 procedures against the 11 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. Hong's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Hong's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 27 procedures in 2018 and was 11 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hong affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hong is affiliated with Sutter Amador Hospital, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Mercy General Hospital, Sutter Roseville Medical Center.
How does Dr. Hong compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Sacramento?
Among the 28 orthopedic surgeons in Sacramento, Dr. Hong ranks #27 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Sacramento has 147 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hong practices?
Sutter Amador Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mercy General 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 Sacramento, California
Dr. Hong's 11 Medicare procedures are below the Sacramento average of 81. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Sacramento.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Stephen Howell | 147 | Knee |
| Dr. John Meehan | 104 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mauro Giordani | 85 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Tai | 80 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Taylor | 77 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Samuel Hu | 64 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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