Dr. Bret Dales, MD
Dr. Bret Dales is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Gresham, Oregon. Dr. Dales has performed 42 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#28 in Oregon) and 13 hip replacements, for a combined total of 55 procedures.
In Oregon, Dr. Dales performs near average in knee (42 vs 38 avg), below average in hip (13 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Dales's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 76% of reported Medicare volume.
Gresham is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Gresham area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Dales extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 27 to 55 in the most recent data, a 104% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Dales's 42 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. Dales Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oregon state average.
Contact & Location
Gresham, OR 97030
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dales's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 104% from 27 procedures in 2013 to 55 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. Dales
How does Dr. Dales's procedure volume compare to other Oregon surgeons?
Dr. Dales has performed 55 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Oregon average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Dales ranks #46 out of 106 orthopedic surgeons in Oregon.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dales perform?
Dr. Dales's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (42 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dales in Gresham?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Gresham 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. Dales 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. Dales's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 55 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Dales's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Dales's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 27 procedures in 2013 to 55 in the most recent data, a 104% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 57 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. Dales perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Dales's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (42 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dales affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dales is affiliated with Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center, Adventist Health Portland.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dales practices?
Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Adventist Health Portland (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 Gresham, Oregon
Dr. Dales's 55 Medicare procedures are above the Gresham average of 37. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Gresham.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffreys Albright | 19 | Knee |
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