Dr. Harrison Lakehomer, D.O.
Contact & Location
Federal Way, WA 98003
Dr. Harrison Lakehomer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Federal Way, Washington. Dr. Lakehomer has performed 14 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#129 in Washington) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 26 procedures.
In Washington, Dr. Lakehomer performs below average in knee (14 vs 41 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Lakehomer's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (14 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Federal Way is home to 4 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. Lakehomer first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Lakehomer's 14 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. 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.
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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 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. Lakehomer's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 26 procedures shown here.
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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