Dr. Harrison Lakehomer, D.O.
Contact & Location
253-838-8552
Federal Way, WA 98003
Seattle, WA 98112
Dr. Lakehomer performs more knee replacement procedures than 11% of orthopedic surgeons in Washington, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #129 of 146 ranked knee surgeons in Washington.
About Dr. Lakehomer
Practice. Dr. Harrison Lakehomer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Federal Way, Washington. The latest annual CMS data records 14 knee replacements and 12 hip replacements, 26 procedures in all. That is #129 in Washington for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2015.
Trend. Dr. Lakehomer first appears in the Medicare data in 2024. With 1 year on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 14 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Federal Way has 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 1 year: 26 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Lakehomer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Washington state average.
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 Knee Replacement
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Questions to Ask Your Surgeon Before Joint ReplacementA practical checklist of questions covering experience, technique, hospital choice, and recovery expectations to discuss during your surgical consultation.
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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full knee replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Lakehomer
How does Dr. Lakehomer's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
Dr. Lakehomer has performed 26 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. Lakehomer ranks #144 out of 198 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lakehomer perform?
Dr. Lakehomer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (14 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lakehomer in Federal Way?
Yes. There are 4 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. Lakehomer represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Lakehomer's total volume across all insurers at roughly 90 to 110 procedures against the 26 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Does Dr. Lakehomer perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Lakehomer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (14 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lakehomer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lakehomer is affiliated with St Francis Community Hospital.
How does Dr. Lakehomer compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Federal Way?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Federal Way, Dr. Lakehomer ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Lakehomer is among the highest-volume surgeons in Federal Way.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lakehomer practices?
St Francis Community Hospital (3 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 Federal Way, Washington
Dr. Lakehomer's 26 Medicare procedures are below the Federal Way average of 62. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Federal Way.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Joshua Johnston | 140 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Kieras | 68 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Praveen Kanneganti | 13 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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