Knee
Dr. Jason Grassbaugh, MD
Dr. Jason Grassbaugh is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Grassbaugh has performed 26 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #87 in Washington.
In Washington, Dr. Grassbaugh performs below average in knee (26 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Grassbaugh's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 26 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
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. Grassbaugh first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Grassbaugh's 26 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Grassbaugh Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Washington state average.
Contact & Location
Tacoma, WA 98405
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. Grassbaugh
How does Dr. Grassbaugh's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
Dr. Grassbaugh 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. Grassbaugh ranks #140 out of 202 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Grassbaugh perform?
Dr. Grassbaugh's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 26 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Grassbaugh 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. Grassbaugh 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. Grassbaugh's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 26 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Grassbaugh affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Grassbaugh is affiliated with St Joseph Medical Center, St Anthony Hospital, St Clare Hospital, St Francis Community Hospital.
How does Dr. Grassbaugh compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Tacoma?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Tacoma, Dr. Grassbaugh ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Grassbaugh is among the highest-volume surgeons in Tacoma.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Grassbaugh practices?
St Joseph Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); St Anthony Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); St Clare Hospital (5 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. Grassbaugh's 26 Medicare procedures are below the Tacoma average of 52. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Tacoma.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Henry Yu | 119 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Tamurian | 85 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Thompson | 17 | Knee |
| Dr. Neil Shah | 11 | Shoulder |
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