Dr. Guy Klein, D.O.
Contact & Location
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
Dr. Guy Klein is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Gig Harbor, Washington. A Medicare provider since 2010, Dr. Klein has performed 66 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#16 in Washington) and 55 knee replacements, for a combined total of 121 procedures.
In Washington, Dr. Klein performs above average in hip (66 vs 38 avg), above average in knee (55 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Klein's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (66 cases) and knee replacements (55 cases).
Dr. Klein is the only orthopedic surgeon in Gig Harbor represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Klein extend back to 2018, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 25 to 121 in the most recent data, a 384% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,532 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Klein's 66 verified procedures is above the national average of 36.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Klein Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Washington state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Klein's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 384% from 25 procedures in 2018 to 121 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Hip Replacement
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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Klein
How does Dr. Klein's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
Dr. Klein has performed 121 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Washington average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Klein ranks #20 out of 198 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Klein perform?
Dr. Klein's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (66 cases) and knee replacement (55 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Klein with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Klein ranks #16 in Washington for hip replacement with 66 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 198 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Where is Dr. Klein's practice located?
Dr. Klein practices in Gig Harbor, Washington. The office is located at 11511 Canterwood Blvd Ste 205, Gig Harbor, WA 98332. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Klein for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Klein 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. Klein's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 121 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Klein's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Klein's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 25 procedures in 2018 to 121 in the most recent data, a 384% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 121 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Klein perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Klein's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (66 cases), knee replacement (55 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Klein affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Klein is affiliated with St Anthony Hospital, St Joseph Medical Center, St Michael Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Klein practices?
St Anthony Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); St Joseph Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); St Michael Medical Center (4 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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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