Dr. John Steedman, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. John Steedman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Puyallup, Washington. Dr. Steedman has performed 40 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#58 in Washington) and 19 hip replacements, for a combined total of 59 procedures.

Dr. Steedman's 59 Medicare procedures are near the Washington median of 44. The state has 202 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.

Dr. Steedman's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (40 cases) and hip replacements (19 cases).

Puyallup is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Puyallup area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.

Verified Medicare Cases

Knee Replacement
40 verified cases
#58 in Washington
Hip Replacement
19 verified cases
#90 in Washington
Estimated total: 160 – 180 procedures (all insurers)
Based on Medicare FFS representing 33–37% of national joint replacement volume
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.

Hospital Affiliations

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Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital
Puyallup, WA
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Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital
Tacoma, WA

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)

Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Steedman

How does Dr. Steedman's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?

Dr. Steedman has performed 59 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Washington average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Steedman ranks #81 out of 202 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.

What types of joint replacement does Dr. Steedman perform?

Dr. Steedman's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (40 cases) and hip replacement (19 cases).

Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Steedman in Puyallup?

Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Puyallup 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. Steedman 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. Steedman's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 59 procedures shown here.

Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Puyallup, Washington

Compare Dr. Steedman's volume with other surgeons practicing in Puyallup.

SurgeonProceduresSpecialties
Dr. James Wyman 59 Hip, Knee
Dr. Paul Degenfelder 58 Hip, Knee
Dr. John Hung 29 Shoulder
Dr. Anthony Van Bergeyk 19 Knee
Dr. Neal Shonnard 14 Hip
Dr. Nathan Bowers 14 Shoulder

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 253-845-9585
3801 5th St Se
Puyallup, WA 98374
NPI: 1013951805
Credentials: MD
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 20 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed MD
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available
Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33–37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.