Dr. Bradley Watters, M.D.
Contact & Location
Silverdale, WA 98383
Dr. Bradley Watters is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Silverdale, Washington. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Watters has performed 42 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#53 in Washington) and 30 hip replacements, for a combined total of 72 procedures.
In Washington, Dr. Watters performs near average in knee (42 vs 41 avg), below average in hip (30 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Watters's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (42 cases) and hip replacements (30 cases).
Silverdale is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Silverdale area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Watters's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 237 procedures in 2017 before settling at 72 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Watters's 42 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Watters Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Washington state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Watters's recorded volume peaked at 237 procedures in 2017 and stood at 72 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Watters
How does Dr. Watters's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
Dr. Watters has performed 72 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Washington average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Watters ranks #62 out of 198 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Watters perform?
Dr. Watters's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (42 cases) and hip replacement (30 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Watters in Silverdale?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Silverdale 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. Watters 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. Watters's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 72 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Watters's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Watters's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 237 procedures in 2017 and was 72 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Watters perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Watters's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (42 cases), hip replacement (30 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Watters compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Silverdale?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Silverdale, Dr. Watters ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Watters is among the highest-volume surgeons in Silverdale.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Silverdale, Washington
Dr. Watters's 72 Medicare procedures are below the Silverdale average of 80. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Silverdale.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Omar Abdul-Hadi | 182 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Erin Moyer | 98 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dawson Brown | 64 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Christopher Rankin | 40 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Gregory Duff | 25 | Shoulder |
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