Dr. Wesley Johnson, M.D.
Contact & Location
541-266-3600
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Dr. Johnson performs more knee replacement procedures than 36% of orthopedic surgeons in Oregon, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #51 of 80 ranked knee surgeons in Oregon.
About Dr. Johnson
Practice. Dr. Wesley Johnson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Coos Bay, Oregon. The latest annual CMS data records 27 knee replacements and 25 hip replacements, 52 procedures in all. That is #51 in Oregon for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2016 to 2024, 9 years. Volume rose from 16 procedures a year to 52, up 225%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 27 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
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 | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 16 |
| 2017 | 14 | 27 |
| 2018 | 14 | 37 |
| 2019 | 18 | 16 |
| 2020 | 0 | 14 |
| 2021 | 18 | 13 |
| 2022 | 14 | 24 |
| 2023 | 24 | 31 |
| 2024 | 25 | 27 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Johnson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oregon state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Johnson's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 225% from 16 procedures in 2016 to 52 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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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Johnson
How does Dr. Johnson's procedure volume compare to other Oregon surgeons?
Dr. Johnson has performed 52 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Oregon average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Johnson ranks #52 out of 101 orthopedic surgeons in Oregon.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Johnson perform?
Dr. Johnson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases) and hip replacement (25 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Johnson 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. Johnson 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Johnson's total volume across all insurers at roughly 170 to 220 procedures against the 52 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. Johnson's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Johnson's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2016 to 52 in the most recent data, a 225% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 55 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Johnson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Johnson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases), hip replacement (25 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Johnson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Johnson is affiliated with Coquille Valley Hospital, Bay Area Hospital.
How does Dr. Johnson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Coos Bay?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Coos Bay, Dr. Johnson ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Coos Bay has 73 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Johnson practices?
Coquille Valley Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Bay Area Hospital (2 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 Coos Bay, Oregon
Dr. Johnson's 52 Medicare procedures are below the Coos Bay average of 59. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Coos Bay.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jason Bell | 73 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Shaun Hobson | 56 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Garry Vallier | 55 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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