Dr. Henry Yu, M.D.
Dr. Henry Yu is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Yu has performed 62 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#23 in Washington) and 57 knee replacements, for a combined total of 119 procedures.
In Washington, Dr. Yu performs above average in hip (62 vs 38 avg), above average in knee (57 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Yu's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (62 cases) and knee replacements (57 cases).
Tacoma is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Tacoma area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Yu first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Yu's 62 verified procedures is above the national average of 36.
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. Yu Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Washington state average.
Contact & Location
Tacoma, WA 98431
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Yu
How does Dr. Yu's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
Dr. Yu has performed 119 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Washington average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Yu ranks #23 out of 202 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Yu perform?
Dr. Yu's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (62 cases) and knee replacement (57 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Yu in Tacoma?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Tacoma 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. Yu 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. Yu's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 119 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Yu perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Yu's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (62 cases), knee replacement (57 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Yu affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Yu is affiliated with Providence St Peter Hospital, Multicare Capital Medical Center.
How does Dr. Yu compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Tacoma?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Tacoma, Dr. Yu ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Yu has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Yu practices?
Providence St Peter Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Multicare Capital 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Tacoma, Washington
Dr. Yu's 119 Medicare procedures are above the Tacoma average of 52. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Tacoma.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Tamurian | 85 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Grassbaugh | 26 | Knee |
| Dr. William Thompson | 17 | Knee |
| Dr. Neil Shah | 11 | Shoulder |
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