Dr. Donald Ellingsen, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Donald Ellingsen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Spokane, Washington. In 2023, Dr. Ellingsen performed 45 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#35 in Washington) and 41 knee replacements (#56 in Washington), for a combined total of 86 procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Washington.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Hip Replacement
45 verified cases
#35 in Washington
Knee Replacement
41 verified cases
#56 in Washington

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Ellingsen

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (86 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Ellingsen, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 509-344-2663
601 W 5th Ave Ste 400
Spokane, WA 99204
NPI: 1194791343
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 20 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.
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