Dr. Erik Gryler is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Walla Walla, Washington. Dr. Gryler has performed 48 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#44 in Washington) and 28 hip replacements, for a combined total of 76 procedures.
Dr. Gryler's combined volume of 76 procedures places them above the Washington statewide average of 59. Among 202 orthopedic surgeons in Washington, Dr. Gryler ranks #60 overall.
Dr. Gryler's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (48 cases) and hip replacements (28 cases).
Walla Walla is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Walla Walla area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Gryler
How does Dr. Gryler's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
Dr. Gryler has performed 76 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Washington average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Gryler ranks #60 out of 202 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gryler perform?
Dr. Gryler's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (48 cases) and hip replacement (28 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gryler in Walla Walla?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Walla Walla 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. Gryler 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. Gryler's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 76 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Walla Walla, Washington
Compare Dr. Gryler's volume with other surgeons practicing in Walla Walla.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kirk Willard | 109 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Henderson | 103 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Priddy | 22 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Wilwand | 11 | Shoulder |
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