Knee
Dr. Alan Newman, M.D.
Dr. Alan Newman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Vancouver, Washington. Dr. Newman has performed 22 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #108 in Washington.
In Washington, Dr. Newman performs below average in knee (22 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Newman's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 22 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.
Vancouver is home to 13 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Vancouver area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Newman extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 14 to 22 in the most recent data, a 57% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Newman's 22 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Newman Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Washington state average.
Contact & Location
Vancouver, WA 98664
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Newman's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 57% from 14 procedures in 2013 to 22 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Newman
How does Dr. Newman's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
Dr. Newman has performed 22 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Washington average is 59 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Newman ranks #157 out of 202 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Newman perform?
Dr. Newman's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 22 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Newman in Vancouver?
Yes. There are 13 orthopedic surgeons in Vancouver 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 Washington surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Newman 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. Newman's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 22 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Newman's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Newman's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2013 to 22 in the most recent data, a 57% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 26 procedures in 2018.
How does Dr. Newman compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Vancouver?
Among the 13 orthopedic surgeons in Vancouver, Dr. Newman ranks #12 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Vancouver has 135 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Vancouver, Washington
Dr. Newman's 22 Medicare procedures are below the Vancouver average of 71. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Vancouver.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Stephen Southerland | 135 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Fraser | 109 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Todd Borus | 99 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Donald Roberts | 64 | Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Gramstad | 37 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Jesse McCarron | 30 | Shoulder |
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