Dr. Kimberly Workman, MD
Contact & Location
Portland, OR 97225
Dr. Kimberly Workman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Portland, Oregon. Dr. Workman has performed 13 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #75 in Oregon.
In Oregon, Dr. Workman performs below average in knee (13 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Workman's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 13 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Portland is home to 18 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.
Dr. Workman first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Workman's 13 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Workman Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oregon state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Workman has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Workman
How does Dr. Workman's procedure volume compare to other Oregon surgeons?
Dr. Workman has performed 13 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Oregon average is 63 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Workman ranks #96 out of 101 orthopedic surgeons in Oregon.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Workman perform?
Dr. Workman's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 13 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Workman in Portland?
Yes. There are 18 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. Workman 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. Workman's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 13 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Workman affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Workman is affiliated with Providence St Vincent Medical Center.
How does Dr. Workman compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Portland?
Among the 18 orthopedic surgeons in Portland, Dr. Workman ranks #16 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Portland has 138 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Workman practices?
Providence St Vincent Medical Center (4 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. Workman's 13 Medicare procedures are below the Portland average of 93. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Portland.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Gustav Fischer | 138 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alexander Dehaan | 137 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Bryan | 107 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kathryn Schabel | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Estes | 86 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Elizabeth Lieberman | 82 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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