Who is the top-ranked hip replacement surgeon in California?

Andrew Yun in Beverly Hills is the highest-volume hip replacement surgeon in California with 335 Medicare procedures. Our rankings list 25 California surgeons by verified Medicare procedure volume. High-volume surgeons are associated with better outcomes and fewer complications.

How many hip replacement surgeons are in California?

California has 25 orthopedic surgeons who perform hip replacement, with a combined 3,680 Medicare procedures. The average surgeon in our California hip replacement rankings performs 147 procedures annually. Top cities include Beverly Hills, Rancho Mirage, Orange.

What is the average cost of hip replacement in California?

For Medicare beneficiaries in California, out-of-pocket costs for hip replacement typically range from $1,500-$4,500 after meeting your deductible. Costs depend on your hospital choice, whether you have outpatient vs. inpatient surgery, and your specific Medicare plan. Anterior approach hip replacement may allow same-day discharge, reducing hospital costs.

Does Medicare cover hip replacement surgery in California?

Yes, Medicare Part A and Part B cover medically necessary hip replacement surgery in California. Coverage includes the surgery, hospital stay, anesthesia, physical therapy, and durable medical equipment. You'll pay 20% coinsurance after meeting your Part B deductible. All 25 California surgeons in our rankings accept Medicare assignment.

How do I choose the right hip replacement surgeon in California?

Compare California hip replacement surgeons by: (1) Medicare procedure volume — the top surgeon in California performs 335 procedures; (2) Board certification in orthopedic surgery; (3) Fellowship training in joint replacement; (4) Hospital quality ratings; (5) Use of modern techniques like anterior approach or robotic-assisted techniques; (6) Proximity to your home.

What is the recovery time for hip replacement?

Most patients walk with assistance within 24 hours of hip replacement. Return to desk work typically takes 4-6 weeks, while physical jobs may require 3-6 months. Top California hip surgeons use minimally invasive approaches and enhanced recovery protocols to reduce pain and accelerate healing.

Why does surgeon procedure volume matter for hip replacement?

Medical research consistently shows that high-volume hip replacement surgeons achieve better patient outcomes. Studies published in the Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery found that surgeons performing 150+ procedures annually have lower complication rates, fewer revision surgeries, and higher patient satisfaction. Our California rankings use verified Medicare data to help you identify the most experienced surgeons.

Which cities in California have the best hip replacement surgeons?

The top cities for hip replacement surgery in California include Beverly Hills, Rancho Mirage, Orange. These cities have the highest concentration of experienced hip replacement surgeons based on Medicare procedure volume data. We provide city-specific rankings to help you find qualified surgeons near you.

25 Best Hip Replacement Surgeons in California

1

State Rank

NPI: 1083674410

Andrew Yun

Beverly Hills

CA

335

Verified Cases

1083674410

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

2

State Rank

NPI: 1003966359

Alexander Sah

Fremont

CA

256

Verified Cases

1003966359

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

3

State Rank

NPI: 1396786901

John Dearborn

Menlo Park

CA

204

Verified Cases

1396786901

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

4

State Rank

NPI: 1124077102

Louay Toma

Walnut Creek

CA

200

Verified Cases

1124077102

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

5

State Rank

NPI: 1538340195

Erik Schnaser

Rancho Mirage

CA

193

Verified Cases

1538340195

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

6

State Rank

NPI: 1174710545

Robert Mayle

Stanford

CA

166

Verified Cases

1174710545

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

7

State Rank

NPI: 1629262183

Nader Nassif

Newport Beach

CA

158

Verified Cases

1629262183

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

8

State Rank

NPI: 1255479044

Ghassan Boghosian

Rancho Mirage

CA

156

Verified Cases

1255479044

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

9

State Rank

NPI: 1033472022

Harpreet Bawa

Thousand Oaks

CA

144

Verified Cases

1033472022

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

10

State Rank

NPI: 1750378030

Steven Barnett

Orange

CA

142

Verified Cases

1750378030

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

11

State Rank

NPI: 1124314935

Chad Watts, MD

Reno

NV

Also practices here via Barton Memorial Hospital

139

Verified Cases

1124314935

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

12

State Rank

NPI: 1831122266

Brad Penenberg

Beverly Hills

CA

138

Verified Cases

1831122266

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

13

State Rank

NPI: 1982900890

Jay Patel

Orange

CA

127

Verified Cases

1982900890

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

14

State Rank

NPI: 1881936128

Dimitri Delagrammaticas

San Luis Obispo

CA

126

Verified Cases

1881936128

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

15

State Rank

NPI: 1033183140

Paramjeet Gill

Fresno

CA

123

Verified Cases

1033183140

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

16

State Rank

NPI: 1285636308

Brock Cummings

Paradise

CA

121

Verified Cases

1285636308

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

17

State Rank

NPI: 1649297540

John Diana

Napa

CA

118

Verified Cases

1649297540

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

18

State Rank

NPI: 1639379787

Jackson Jones, M.D.

Reno

NV

Also practices here via Tahoe Forest Hospital

117

Verified Cases

1639379787

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

19

State Rank

NPI: 1083989164

Christopher Birch

Santa Barbara

CA

111

Verified Cases

1083989164

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

20

State Rank

NPI: 1528266202

Ryan Moore

Saint Helena

CA

104

Verified Cases

1528266202

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

21

State Rank

NPI: 1356473078

Shawn Brubaker

Redding

CA

103

Verified Cases

1356473078

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

22

State Rank

NPI: 1699909101

Jaime Hernandez

Van Nuys

CA

102

Verified Cases

1699909101

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

23

State Rank

NPI: 1427039437

Erik Zeegen

Tarzana

CA

101

Verified Cases

1427039437

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

24

State Rank

NPI: 1396069811

James Ho, MD, PHD

Medford

OR

Also practices here via Mercy Medical Center Mt Shasta

99

Verified Cases

1396069811

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

25

State Rank

NPI: 1952325318

Scott Ball

San Diego

CA

97

Verified Cases

1952325318

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

Top 25 Hip Replacement Surgeons in California

Andrew Yun

Alexander Sah

John Dearborn

Louay Toma

Erik Schnaser

Robert Mayle

Nader Nassif

Ghassan Boghosian

Harpreet Bawa

Steven Barnett

Chad Watts, MD

Brad Penenberg

Jay Patel

Dimitri Delagrammaticas

Paramjeet Gill

Brock Cummings

John Diana

Jackson Jones, M.D.

Christopher Birch

Ryan Moore

Shawn Brubaker

Jaime Hernandez

Erik Zeegen

James Ho, MD, PHD

Scott Ball

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