Dr. Timothy Beals, D.O.
Contact & Location
Tigard, OR 97224
Dr. Timothy Beals is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Tigard, Oregon. A Medicare provider since 2014, Dr. Beals has performed 17 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#47 in Oregon) and 12 knee replacements, for a combined total of 29 procedures.
In Oregon, Dr. Beals performs below average in hip (17 vs 37 avg), below average in knee (12 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Beals's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (17 cases) and knee replacements (12 cases).
Tigard is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Tigard area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Beals extend back to 2022, covering 3 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 17 to 29 in the most recent data, a 71% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Beals's 17 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 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. Beals Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oregon state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Beals's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 71% from 17 procedures in 2022 to 29 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Beals
How does Dr. Beals's procedure volume compare to other Oregon surgeons?
Dr. Beals has performed 29 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. Beals ranks #75 out of 101 orthopedic surgeons in Oregon.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Beals perform?
Dr. Beals's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (17 cases) and knee replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Beals in Tigard?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Tigard 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. Beals 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. Beals's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 29 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Beals's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Beals's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 17 procedures in 2022 to 29 in the most recent data, a 71% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 29 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Beals perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Beals's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (17 cases), knee replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Beals compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Tigard?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Tigard, Dr. Beals ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Tigard has 131 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Tigard, Oregon
Dr. Beals's 29 Medicare procedures are below the Tigard average of 50. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Tigard.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Nanson | 131 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Wagner | 39 | Hip |
| Dr. Brian Puskas | 33 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Jonathan Greenleaf | 16 | Knee |
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