Dr. David Scott, M.D.
Contact & Location
509-466-6393
Spokane, WA 99218
Dr. Scott performs more knee replacement procedures than 39% of orthopedic surgeons in Washington, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #88 of 146 ranked knee surgeons in Washington.
About Dr. Scott
Practice. Dr. David Scott is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Spokane, Washington. The latest annual CMS data records 28 knee replacements and 23 hip replacements, 51 procedures in all. That is #88 in Washington for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 94 in 2017 and stands at 51 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 28 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Spokane has 17 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Scott also holds hospital privileges in ID and WA, a practice that extends beyond Washington.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 39 | 49 |
| 2014 | 25 | 56 |
| 2015 | 27 | 54 |
| 2016 | 25 | 57 |
| 2017 | 18 | 76 |
| 2018 | 20 | 67 |
| 2019 | 19 | 50 |
| 2020 | 26 | 43 |
| 2021 | 25 | 34 |
| 2022 | 27 | 43 |
| 2023 | 32 | 34 |
| 2024 | 23 | 28 |
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. Scott Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Washington state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Scott's recorded volume peaked at 94 procedures in 2017 and stood at 51 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Scott
How does Dr. Scott's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
Dr. Scott has performed 51 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Washington average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Scott ranks #95 out of 198 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Scott perform?
Dr. Scott's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases) and hip replacement (23 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Scott in Spokane?
Yes. There are 17 orthopedic surgeons in Spokane 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. Scott 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. Scott's total volume across all insurers at roughly 170 to 210 procedures against the 51 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. Scott's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Scott's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 94 procedures in 2017 and was 51 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. Scott perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Scott's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases), hip replacement (23 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Scott affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Scott is affiliated with Northwest Specialty Hospital, Ferry County Memorial Hospital, Providence Holy Family Hospital, Newport Community Hospital, Providence Mount Carmel Hospital. Dr. Scott maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Scott compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Spokane?
Among the 17 orthopedic surgeons in Spokane, Dr. Scott ranks #9 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Spokane has 175 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Scott practices?
Northwest Specialty Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Providence Holy Family Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Spokane, Washington
Dr. Scott's 51 Medicare procedures are below the Spokane average of 99. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Spokane.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Alexander Reichard | 175 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joshua Drumm | 107 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brett Mulawka | 102 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael McDonald | 93 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Kody | 85 | Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Lovell | 83 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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