Dr. Michael Kahan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Vancouver, Washington. Dr. Kahan has performed 24 Medicare-verified hip replacements, ranking #78 in Washington.
Dr. Kahan has recorded 24 Medicare fee-for-service procedures. Medicare data represents approximately one-third of all joint replacements nationwide, so these counts reflect only a portion of a surgeon's full practice. Washington has 202 orthopedic surgeons in the current dataset.
Dr. Kahan's Medicare data shows a focused hip replacement practice with 24 verified procedures in 2023. 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.
Vancouver is home to 13 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.
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Kahan
How does Dr. Kahan's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
Dr. Kahan has performed 24 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 #148 out of 202 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kahan perform?
Dr. Kahan's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 24 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kahan in Vancouver?
Yes. There are 13 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 24 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Vancouver, Washington
Compare Dr. Kahan's volume with other surgeons practicing in Vancouver.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Stephen Southerland | 135 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Fraser | 109 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Todd Borus | 99 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Donald Roberts | 64 | Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Gramstad | 37 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Jesse McCarron | 30 | Shoulder |
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