Dr. Eric Secrist, M.D.
Dr. Eric Secrist is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mount Vernon, Washington. Dr. Secrist has performed 73 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#16 in Washington) and 59 hip replacements, for a combined total of 132 procedures.
In Washington, Dr. Secrist performs above average in knee (73 vs 42 avg), above average in hip (59 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Secrist's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (73 cases) and hip replacements (59 cases).
Mount Vernon is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Mount Vernon area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Secrist first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Secrist's 73 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Secrist Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Washington state average.
Contact & Location
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Secrist has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Secrist
How does Dr. Secrist's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
Dr. Secrist has performed 132 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Washington average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Secrist ranks #21 out of 202 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Secrist perform?
Dr. Secrist's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (73 cases) and hip replacement (59 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Secrist with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Secrist ranks #16 in Washington for knee replacement with 73 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 202 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Secrist in Mount Vernon?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Mount Vernon 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. Secrist 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. Secrist's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 132 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Secrist perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Secrist's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (73 cases), hip replacement (59 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Secrist affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Secrist is affiliated with Island Hospital.
How does Dr. Secrist compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Mount Vernon?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Mount Vernon, Dr. Secrist ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Secrist is among the highest-volume surgeons in Mount Vernon.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Secrist practices?
Island Hospital (5 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 Mount Vernon, Washington
Dr. Secrist's 132 Medicare procedures are above the Mount Vernon average of 71. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mount Vernon.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Stacia Smith | 143 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Picco | 76 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alexander Willis | 52 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Sheu | 47 | Hip, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jacob Gorbaty | 24 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Richard Williamson | 22 | Knee |
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