Dr. Gregory Komenda, M.D.
Dr. Gregory Komenda is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bellevue, Washington. Dr. Komenda has performed 14 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#136 in Washington) and 13 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 27 procedures.
In Washington, Dr. Komenda performs below average in knee (14 vs 42 avg), below average in shoulder (13 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Komenda's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (14 cases) and shoulder replacements (13 cases).
Bellevue is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bellevue area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Komenda extend back to 2013, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 19 to 27 in the most recent data, a 42% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Komenda's 14 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. Komenda Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Washington state average.
Contact & Location
Bellevue, WA 98004
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Komenda's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 42% from 19 procedures in 2013 to 27 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. Komenda
How does Dr. Komenda's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
Dr. Komenda has performed 27 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. Komenda ranks #137 out of 202 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Komenda perform?
Dr. Komenda's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (14 cases) and shoulder replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Komenda in Bellevue?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Bellevue 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. Komenda 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. Komenda's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 27 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Komenda's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Komenda's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 19 procedures in 2013 to 27 in the most recent data, a 42% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 35 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. Komenda perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Komenda's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (14 cases), shoulder replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Komenda affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Komenda is affiliated with Swedish Issaquah.
How does Dr. Komenda compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bellevue?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Bellevue, Dr. Komenda ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Bellevue has 154 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Komenda practices?
Swedish Issaquah (5 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 Bellevue, Washington
Dr. Komenda's 27 Medicare procedures are below the Bellevue average of 86. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bellevue.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jonah Hulst | 154 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Boone | 144 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Bruckner | 95 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mathew Nicholls | 89 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Trevor Scott | 70 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Chi | 25 | Knee |
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