Dr. Henry Yu, M.D.
Contact & Location
Tacoma, WA 98431
Dr. Henry Yu is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Tacoma, Washington. A Medicare provider since 2015, Dr. Yu has performed 89 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#10 in Washington) and 82 hip replacements, for a combined total of 171 procedures.
In Washington, Dr. Yu performs well above average in knee (89 vs 41 avg), well above average in hip (82 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Yu's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (89 cases) and hip replacements (82 cases).
Tacoma is home to 4 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 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Yu's 89 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Yu Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Washington state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Yu has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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 171 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Washington average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Yu ranks #9 out of 198 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Yu perform?
Dr. Yu's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (89 cases) and hip replacement (82 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Yu with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Yu ranks #10 in Washington for knee replacement with 89 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 198 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Yu in Tacoma?
Yes. There are 4 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 171 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Yu perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Yu's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (89 cases), hip replacement (82 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 4 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 171 Medicare procedures are above the Tacoma average of 76. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Tacoma.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Tamurian | 79 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Grassbaugh | 42 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Neil Shah | 13 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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