Shoulder
Dr. Laura Stoll, MD
Dr. Laura Stoll is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Stoll has performed 17 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #40 in Washington.
In Washington, Dr. Stoll performs below average in shoulder (17 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Stoll's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 17 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.
Seattle is home to 34 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Seattle area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Stoll first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2021. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Stoll's 17 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 28 among 2,092 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. Stoll Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Washington state average.
Contact & Location
Seattle, WA 98101
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Stoll has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2021. 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Stoll
How does Dr. Stoll's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
Dr. Stoll has performed 17 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. Stoll ranks #175 out of 202 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Stoll perform?
Dr. Stoll's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 17 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Stoll in Seattle?
Yes. There are 34 orthopedic surgeons in Seattle 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. Stoll 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. Stoll's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 17 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Stoll affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Stoll is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.
How does Dr. Stoll compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Seattle?
Among the 34 orthopedic surgeons in Seattle, Dr. Stoll ranks #31 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Seattle has 160 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Stoll practices?
Virginia Mason Medical Center (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 Seattle, Washington
Dr. Stoll's 17 Medicare procedures are below the Seattle average of 115. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Seattle.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Navin Fernando | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathan Clabeaux | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Frederick Lee | 143 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Crutcher | 127 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Manner | 100 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Calvin Schlepp | 96 | Hip, Knee |
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