Knee
Dr. Anthony Van Bergeyk, MD
Dr. Anthony Van Bergeyk is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Puyallup, Washington. Dr. Van Bergeyk has performed 19 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #120 in Washington.
In Washington, Dr. Van Bergeyk performs below average in knee (19 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Van Bergeyk's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 19 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.
Puyallup is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Puyallup area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Van Bergeyk extend back to 2016, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 14 to 19 in the most recent data, a 36% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Van Bergeyk's 19 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. Van Bergeyk Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Washington state average.
Contact & Location
Puyallup, WA 98374
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Van Bergeyk's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 36% from 14 procedures in 2016 to 19 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. Van Bergeyk
How does Dr. Van Bergeyk's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
Dr. Van Bergeyk has performed 19 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. Van Bergeyk ranks #165 out of 202 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Van Bergeyk perform?
Dr. Van Bergeyk's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 19 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Van Bergeyk in Puyallup?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Puyallup 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. Van Bergeyk 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. Van Bergeyk's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 19 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Van Bergeyk's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Van Bergeyk's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2016 to 19 in the most recent data, a 36% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 19 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Van Bergeyk affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Van Bergeyk is affiliated with Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital, Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital.
How does Dr. Van Bergeyk compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Puyallup?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Puyallup, Dr. Van Bergeyk ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Puyallup has 59 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Van Bergeyk practices?
Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Tacoma General Allenmore 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 Puyallup, Washington
Dr. Van Bergeyk's 19 Medicare procedures are below the Puyallup average of 36. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Puyallup.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Wyman | 59 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Steedman | 59 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Degenfelder | 58 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Hung | 29 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Neal Shonnard | 14 | Hip |
| Dr. Nathan Bowers | 14 | Shoulder |
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