Dr. Gaston Deysine, MD
Dr. Gaston Deysine is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Federal Way, Washington. Dr. Deysine has performed 24 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#99 in Washington) and 13 hip replacements, for a combined total of 37 procedures.
In Washington, Dr. Deysine performs below average in knee (24 vs 42 avg), below average in hip (13 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Deysine's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (24 cases) and hip replacements (13 cases).
Federal Way is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Federal Way area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Deysine's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 74 procedures in 2015 before settling at 37 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Deysine's 24 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Deysine Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Washington state average.
Contact & Location
Federal Way, WA 98003
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Deysine's recorded volume peaked at 74 procedures in 2015 and stood at 37 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Deysine
How does Dr. Deysine's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
Dr. Deysine has performed 37 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Washington average is 59 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Deysine ranks #116 out of 202 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Deysine perform?
Dr. Deysine's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Deysine in Federal Way?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Federal Way 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. Deysine 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. Deysine's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 37 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Deysine's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Deysine's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 74 procedures in 2015 and was 37 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Deysine perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Deysine's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Deysine compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Federal Way?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Federal Way, Dr. Deysine ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Deysine is among the highest-volume surgeons in Federal Way.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Federal Way, Washington
Dr. Deysine's 37 Medicare procedures are below the Federal Way average of 57. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Federal Way.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Joshua Johnston | 132 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Kieras | 64 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Praveen Kanneganti | 29 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Franceschina | 21 | Knee |
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