Dr. Galen Kam, M.D.
Contact & Location
530-246-2467
Redding, CA 96001
Dr. Kam performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 85% of orthopedic surgeons in Nevada, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #3 of 21 ranked shoulder surgeons in Nevada.
About Dr. Kam
Practice. Dr. Galen Kam is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Las Vegas, Nevada. The latest annual CMS data records 57 shoulder replacements. That is #3 in Nevada for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2014 to 2024, 9 years. Volume rose from 16 procedures a year to 57, up 256%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 57 procedures is above the national average of 29.
Local context. Las Vegas has 26 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 | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 21 |
| 2017 | 22 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 35 |
| 2024 | 57 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Kam Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Nevada state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kam's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 256% from 16 procedures in 2014 to 57 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 Shoulder Replacement
If you are considering shoulder replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
Evidence-based exercises and lifestyle adjustments that can improve surgical outcomes and speed recovery when started weeks before your procedure.
Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full shoulder replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Kam
How does Dr. Kam's procedure volume compare to other Nevada surgeons?
Dr. Kam has performed 57 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Nevada average of 67 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Kam ranks #26 out of 58 orthopedic surgeons in Nevada.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kam perform?
Dr. Kam's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 57 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Kam with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Kam ranks #3 in Nevada for shoulder replacement with 57 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 58 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Where is Dr. Kam's practice located?
Dr. Kam's current practice address is in Redding, CA. That address is the current practice address in Dr. Kam's own CMS NPPES registry entry, which providers maintain themselves. The Medicare claims data used for the rankings on this page was billed from Las Vegas, Nevada.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Kam 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Kam's total volume across all insurers at roughly 150 to 200 procedures against the 57 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. Kam's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Kam's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2014 to 57 in the most recent data, a 256% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 57 procedures in 2024.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kam affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kam is affiliated with Patients' Hospital Of Redding, Shasta Regional Medical Center, Mercy Medical Center Redding, Trinity Hospital, Fairchild Medical Center. Dr. Kam maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Kam compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Las Vegas?
Among the 26 orthopedic surgeons in Las Vegas, Dr. Kam ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Las Vegas has 161 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kam practices?
Patients' Hospital Of Redding (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Shasta Regional Medical Center (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mercy Medical Center Redding (2 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 Las Vegas, Nevada
Dr. Kam's 57 Medicare procedures are below the Las Vegas average of 97. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Las Vegas.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Baldauf | 161 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Steven Nishiyama | 115 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Roger Fontes | 107 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Russell Nevins | 98 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Parminder Kang | 72 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Lawrence Huff | 68 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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