Dr. Kathryn Schabel, M.D.
Dr. Kathryn Schabel is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Portland, Oregon. Dr. Schabel has performed 41 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#30 in Oregon) and 33 hip replacements, for a combined total of 74 procedures.
In Oregon, Dr. Schabel performs near average in knee (41 vs 38 avg), near average in hip (33 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Schabel's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (41 cases) and hip replacements (33 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. Schabel extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 59 to 74 in the most recent data, a 25% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Schabel's 41 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. Schabel Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oregon state average.
Contact & Location
Portland, OR 97239
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Schabel's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 25% from 59 procedures in 2013 to 74 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. Schabel
How does Dr. Schabel's procedure volume compare to other Oregon surgeons?
Dr. Schabel has performed 74 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Oregon average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Schabel ranks #26 out of 106 orthopedic surgeons in Oregon.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Schabel perform?
Dr. Schabel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (41 cases) and hip replacement (33 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Schabel 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. Schabel 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. Schabel's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 74 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Schabel's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Schabel's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 59 procedures in 2013 to 74 in the most recent data, a 25% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 113 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. Schabel perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Schabel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (41 cases), hip replacement (33 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Schabel affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Schabel is affiliated with Ohsu Hospital And Clinics.
How does Dr. Schabel compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Portland?
Among the 20 orthopedic surgeons in Portland, Dr. Schabel ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Portland has 105 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Schabel practices?
Ohsu Hospital And Clinics (3 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 Portland, Oregon
Dr. Schabel's 74 Medicare procedures are below 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. Alexander Dehaan | 102 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gustav Fischer | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Huff | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Elizabeth Lieberman | 73 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alexander Denes | 61 | Hip, Knee |
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