Knee
Dr. John West, M.D.
Dr. John West is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Poulsbo, Washington. Dr. West has performed 22 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #107 in Washington.
In Washington, Dr. West performs below average in knee (22 vs 42 avg).
Dr. West's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 22 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.
Dr. West is the only orthopedic surgeon in Poulsbo represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. West extend back to 2014, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 22 in the most recent data, a 100% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. West's 22 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. West Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Washington state average.
Contact & Location
Poulsbo, WA 98370
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. West's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 100% from 11 procedures in 2014 to 22 in the most recent data.
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Recovery Timeline: Week-by-Week ExpectationsA detailed week-by-week guide covering pain levels, mobility milestones, physical therapy progression, and when to expect a return to daily activities.
Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. West
How does Dr. West's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
Dr. West has performed 22 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. West ranks #156 out of 202 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. West perform?
Dr. West's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 22 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. West's practice located?
Dr. West practices in Poulsbo, Washington. The office is located at 20696 Bond Rd Ne Ste 205, Poulsbo, WA 98370. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. West for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. West 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. West's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 22 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. West's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. West's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2014 to 22 in the most recent data, a 100% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 22 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. West affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. West is affiliated with St Michael Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. West practices?
St Michael 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.
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