Dr. Jason Bell, M.D.
Contact & Location
541-266-3635
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Dr. Bell performs more knee replacement procedures than 73% of orthopedic surgeons in Oregon, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #21 of 80 ranked knee surgeons in Oregon.
About Dr. Bell
Practice. Dr. Jason Bell is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Coos Bay, Oregon. The latest annual CMS data records 49 knee replacements and 24 shoulder replacements, 73 procedures in all. That is #21 in Oregon for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 36 procedures a year to 73, up 103%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 49 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Coos Bay has 4 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 | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 36 | 0 |
| 2014 | 42 | 20 |
| 2015 | 17 | 0 |
| 2016 | 28 | 0 |
| 2017 | 45 | 0 |
| 2018 | 26 | 0 |
| 2019 | 26 | 0 |
| 2020 | 21 | 15 |
| 2021 | 16 | 13 |
| 2022 | 41 | 13 |
| 2023 | 51 | 22 |
| 2024 | 49 | 24 |
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, 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. Bell Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oregon state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bell's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 103% from 36 procedures in 2013 to 73 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 Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bell
How does Dr. Bell's procedure volume compare to other Oregon surgeons?
Dr. Bell has performed 73 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Oregon average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bell ranks #34 out of 101 orthopedic surgeons in Oregon.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bell perform?
Dr. Bell's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (49 cases) and shoulder replacement (24 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bell in Coos Bay?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Coos Bay 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. Bell 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Bell's total volume across all insurers at roughly 240 to 300 procedures against the 73 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. Bell's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bell's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 36 procedures in 2013 to 73 in the most recent data, a 103% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 73 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Bell perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bell's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (49 cases), shoulder replacement (24 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bell affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bell is affiliated with Bay Area Hospital, Coquille Valley Hospital, Curry General Hospital.
How does Dr. Bell compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Coos Bay?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Coos Bay, Dr. Bell ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Bell has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bell practices?
Bay Area Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Coquille Valley Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Curry General Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Coos Bay, Oregon
Dr. Bell's 73 Medicare procedures are above the Coos Bay average of 59. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Coos Bay.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Shaun Hobson | 56 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Garry Vallier | 55 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wesley Johnson | 52 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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