Dr. Michael Kahan, D.O
Contact & Location
Vancouver, WA 98686
Dr. Michael Kahan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Vancouver, Washington. A Medicare provider since 2014, Dr. Kahan has performed 28 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#67 in Washington) and 15 knee replacements, for a combined total of 43 procedures.
In Washington, Dr. Kahan performs below average in hip (28 vs 38 avg), below average in knee (15 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Kahan's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (28 cases) and knee replacements (15 cases).
Vancouver is home to 14 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Vancouver area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Kahan first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Kahan's 28 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Kahan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Washington state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kahan 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Hip Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Kahan
How does Dr. Kahan's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
Dr. Kahan has performed 43 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. Kahan ranks #106 out of 198 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kahan perform?
Dr. Kahan's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (28 cases) and knee replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kahan in Vancouver?
Yes. There are 14 orthopedic surgeons in Vancouver 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. Kahan 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. Kahan's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 43 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Kahan perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kahan's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (28 cases), knee replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kahan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kahan is affiliated with Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center.
How does Dr. Kahan compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Vancouver?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in Vancouver, Dr. Kahan ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Vancouver has 146 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kahan practices?
Legacy Salmon Creek 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 Vancouver, Washington
Dr. Kahan's 43 Medicare procedures are below the Vancouver average of 73. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Vancouver.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Stephen Southerland | 146 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Todd Borus | 117 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Fraser | 83 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Donald Roberts | 59 | Knee |
| Dr. Evan Ellis | 33 | Knee |
| Dr. Jerome Dasilva | 29 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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