Dr. Dawson Brown, M.D.
Contact & Location
360-698-6630
Silverdale, WA 98383
Dr. Brown performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 94% of orthopedic surgeons in Washington, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #3 of 56 ranked shoulder surgeons in Washington.
About Dr. Brown
Practice. Dr. Dawson Brown is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Silverdale, Washington. The latest annual CMS data records 64 shoulder replacements. That is #3 in Washington for shoulder replacement. Dr. Brown also holds credentials in Sports Medicine. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2014 to 2024, 11 years. Volume rose from 15 procedures a year to 64, up 327%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 64 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 29. That is #158 nationally.
Local context. Silverdale has 6 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 | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2016 | 38 |
| 2017 | 25 |
| 2018 | 27 |
| 2019 | 43 |
| 2020 | 41 |
| 2021 | 36 |
| 2022 | 51 |
| 2023 | 72 |
| 2024 | 64 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Brown Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Washington state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Brown's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 327% from 15 procedures in 2014 to 64 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 Shoulder 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.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Brown
How does Dr. Brown's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
Dr. Brown has performed 64 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Washington average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Brown ranks #80 out of 198 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Brown perform?
Dr. Brown's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 64 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Brown with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Brown ranks #3 in Washington for shoulder replacement with 64 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 198 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Brown 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. Brown 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Brown's total volume across all insurers at roughly 170 to 220 procedures against the 64 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. Brown's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Brown's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2014 to 64 in the most recent data, a 327% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 72 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Brown affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Brown is affiliated with St Michael Medical Center, Olympic Medical Center, Jefferson Healthcare.
How does Dr. Brown compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Silverdale?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Silverdale, Dr. Brown ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Silverdale has 182 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Brown practices?
St Michael Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Olympic Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Jefferson Healthcare (3 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 Silverdale, Washington
Dr. Brown's 64 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. Bradley Watters | 72 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Rankin | 40 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Gregory Duff | 25 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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