Dr. Fredrick Huang, M.D.
Dr. Fredrick Huang is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Renton, Washington. Dr. Huang has performed 66 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#25 in Washington) and 36 hip replacements, for a combined total of 102 procedures.
Dr. Huang's combined volume of 102 procedures places them above the Washington statewide average of 59. Among 202 orthopedic surgeons in Washington, Dr. Huang ranks #32 overall.
Dr. Huang's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (66 cases) and hip replacements (36 cases).
Renton is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Renton area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Huang extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 56 to 102 in 2023, a 82% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Nationally, Dr. Huang's 102 Medicare procedures place them in the top 18% of all 8,293 orthopedic surgeons tracked by OrthoProcedures.com.
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)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Huang's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 82% from 56 procedures in 2013 to 102 in 2023.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Huang
How does Dr. Huang's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
Dr. Huang has performed 102 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Washington average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Huang ranks #32 out of 202 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Huang perform?
Dr. Huang's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (66 cases) and hip replacement (36 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Huang in Renton?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Renton 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. Huang 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. Huang's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 102 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Huang's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Huang's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 56 procedures in 2013 to 102 in 2023, a 82% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 102 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Huang perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Huang's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (66 cases), hip replacement (36 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Huang affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Huang is affiliated with Valley Medical Center.
How does Dr. Huang compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Renton?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Renton, Dr. Huang ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Huang is among the highest-volume surgeons in Renton.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Huang practices?
Valley Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Renton, Washington
Dr. Huang's 102 Medicare procedures are above the Renton average of 100. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Renton.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. William Barrett | 191 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Alton | 184 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Merritt | 69 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Prashoban Bremjit | 37 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sean Haloman | 16 | Shoulder |