Dr. Edwin Tingstad, M.D.
Contact & Location
509-332-2828
Pullman, WA 99163
Moscow, ID 83843
Dr. Tingstad performs more knee replacement procedures than 55% of orthopedic surgeons in Washington, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #65 of 146 ranked knee surgeons in Washington.
About Dr. Tingstad
Practice. Dr. Edwin Tingstad is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pullman, Washington. The latest annual CMS data records 38 knee replacements and 15 shoulder replacements, 53 procedures in all. That is #65 in Washington for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 21 procedures a year to 53, up 152%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 38 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Pullman has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Tingstad also holds hospital privileges in WA and ID, a practice that extends beyond Washington.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 21 | 0 |
| 2014 | 29 | 15 |
| 2015 | 36 | 11 |
| 2016 | 34 | 0 |
| 2017 | 55 | 22 |
| 2018 | 44 | 22 |
| 2019 | 31 | 18 |
| 2020 | 31 | 19 |
| 2021 | 38 | 21 |
| 2022 | 39 | 15 |
| 2023 | 23 | 0 |
| 2024 | 38 | 15 |
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, 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. Tingstad Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Washington state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Tingstad's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 152% from 21 procedures in 2013 to 53 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. Tingstad
How does Dr. Tingstad's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
Dr. Tingstad has performed 53 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Washington average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Tingstad ranks #93 out of 198 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Tingstad perform?
Dr. Tingstad's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (38 cases) and shoulder replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Tingstad in Pullman?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Pullman 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. Tingstad 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Tingstad's total volume across all insurers at roughly 180 to 220 procedures against the 53 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. Tingstad's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Tingstad's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 21 procedures in 2013 to 53 in the most recent data, a 152% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 77 procedures in 2017.
Does Dr. Tingstad perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Tingstad's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (38 cases), shoulder replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Tingstad affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Tingstad is affiliated with Pullman Regional Hospital, St Mary'S Hospital, Syringa General Hospital, Gritman Medical Center, Whitman Hospital And Medical Center. Dr. Tingstad maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Tingstad practices?
Pullman Regional Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Syringa General Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Pullman, Washington
Dr. Tingstad's 53 Medicare procedures are below the Pullman average of 61. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Pullman.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Mathew Taylor | 68 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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