Dr. Alexander Dehaan, M.D.
Dr. Alexander Dehaan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Portland, Oregon. Dr. Dehaan has performed 53 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#18 in Oregon) and 49 hip replacements, for a combined total of 102 procedures.
In Oregon, Dr. Dehaan performs above average in knee (53 vs 38 avg), above average in hip (49 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Dehaan's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (53 cases) and hip replacements (49 cases).
Portland is home to 20 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Portland area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Dehaan extend back to 2015, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 68 to 102 in the most recent data, a 50% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Dehaan's 53 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. Dehaan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oregon state average.
Contact & Location
Portland, OR 97225
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dehaan's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 50% from 68 procedures in 2015 to 102 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. Dehaan
How does Dr. Dehaan's procedure volume compare to other Oregon surgeons?
Dr. Dehaan has performed 102 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Oregon average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Dehaan ranks #12 out of 106 orthopedic surgeons in Oregon.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dehaan perform?
Dr. Dehaan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (53 cases) and hip replacement (49 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Dehaan with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Dehaan ranks #18 in Oregon for knee replacement with 53 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 106 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dehaan in Portland?
Yes. There are 20 orthopedic surgeons in Portland 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 Oregon surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Dehaan 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. Dehaan's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 102 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Dehaan's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Dehaan's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 68 procedures in 2015 to 102 in the most recent data, a 50% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 104 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Dehaan perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Dehaan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (53 cases), hip replacement (49 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dehaan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dehaan is affiliated with Providence St Vincent Medical Center, Providence Seaside Hospital.
How does Dr. Dehaan compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Portland?
Among the 20 orthopedic surgeons in Portland, Dr. Dehaan ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Dehaan is among the highest-volume surgeons in Portland.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dehaan practices?
Providence St Vincent Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Providence Seaside Hospital (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 Portland, Oregon
Dr. Dehaan's 102 Medicare procedures are above the Portland average of 87. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Portland.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Andrew Bryan | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gustav Fischer | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Huff | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kathryn Schabel | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Elizabeth Lieberman | 73 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alexander Denes | 61 | Hip, Knee |
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