Dr. Michael Rossi, M.D.
Contact & Location
509-663-8711
Wenatchee, WA 98801
Dr. Rossi performs more knee replacement procedures than 52% of orthopedic surgeons in Washington, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #70 of 146 ranked knee surgeons in Washington.
About Dr. Rossi
Practice. Dr. Michael Rossi is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wenatchee, Washington. The latest annual CMS data records 35 knee replacements and 34 shoulder replacements, 69 procedures in all. That is #70 in Washington for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 52 procedures a year to 69, up 33%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 35 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Wenatchee has 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 52 | 0 |
| 2014 | 41 | 0 |
| 2015 | 45 | 13 |
| 2016 | 54 | 0 |
| 2017 | 42 | 13 |
| 2018 | 46 | 23 |
| 2019 | 42 | 16 |
| 2020 | 59 | 13 |
| 2021 | 48 | 15 |
| 2022 | 46 | 18 |
| 2023 | 44 | 20 |
| 2024 | 35 | 34 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Rossi Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Washington state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Rossi's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 33% from 52 procedures in 2013 to 69 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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Rossi
How does Dr. Rossi's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
Dr. Rossi has performed 69 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Washington average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Rossi ranks #67 out of 198 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Rossi perform?
Dr. Rossi's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases) and shoulder replacement (34 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Rossi in Wenatchee?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Wenatchee 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. Rossi represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Rossi's total volume across all insurers at roughly 220 to 270 procedures against the 69 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Rossi's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Rossi's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 52 procedures in 2013 to 69 in the most recent data, a 33% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 72 procedures in 2020.
Does Dr. Rossi perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Rossi's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases), shoulder replacement (34 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Rossi affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Rossi is affiliated with Confluence Health Hospital.
How does Dr. Rossi compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Wenatchee?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Wenatchee, Dr. Rossi ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Wenatchee has 188 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Rossi practices?
Confluence Health Hospital (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 Wenatchee, Washington
Dr. Rossi's 69 Medicare procedures are below the Wenatchee average of 90. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Wenatchee.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Joel Cummings | 188 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sean Caskey | 137 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Dahl | 92 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Brannon Orton | 40 | Knee |
| Dr. Benjamin Albertson | 16 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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