Dr. Michael Sherfey, D.O.
Contact & Location
509-586-2828
Kennewick, WA 99338
Kennewick, WA 99336
Dr. Sherfey performs more knee replacement procedures than 62% of orthopedic surgeons in Washington, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #55 of 146 ranked knee surgeons in Washington.
About Dr. Sherfey
Practice. Dr. Michael Sherfey is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Kennewick, Washington. The latest annual CMS data records 41 knee replacements and 15 hip replacements, 56 procedures in all. That is #55 in Washington for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 67 in 2013 and stands at 56 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 41 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Kennewick has 4 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 | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 27 | 40 |
| 2014 | 25 | 38 |
| 2015 | 27 | 15 |
| 2016 | 21 | 38 |
| 2017 | 23 | 40 |
| 2018 | 19 | 42 |
| 2019 | 28 | 30 |
| 2020 | 21 | 33 |
| 2021 | 25 | 32 |
| 2022 | 18 | 23 |
| 2023 | 18 | 44 |
| 2024 | 15 | 41 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Sherfey Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Washington state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sherfey's recorded volume peaked at 67 procedures in 2013 and stood at 56 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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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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. Sherfey
How does Dr. Sherfey's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
Dr. Sherfey has performed 56 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Washington average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Sherfey ranks #88 out of 198 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sherfey perform?
Dr. Sherfey's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (41 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sherfey in Kennewick?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Kennewick 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. Sherfey 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Sherfey's total volume across all insurers at roughly 190 to 240 procedures against the 56 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. Sherfey's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Sherfey's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 67 procedures in 2013 and was 56 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Sherfey perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sherfey's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (41 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sherfey affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sherfey is affiliated with Trios, Lourdes Medical Center, Kadlec Regional Medical Center, Klickitat Valley Hospital.
How does Dr. Sherfey compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Kennewick?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Kennewick, Dr. Sherfey ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Sherfey is among the highest-volume surgeons in Kennewick.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sherfey practices?
Trios (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Lourdes Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Kadlec Regional 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 Kennewick, Washington
Dr. Sherfey's 56 Medicare procedures are below the Kennewick average of 106. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Kennewick.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Uel Hansen | 194 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Merrell | 135 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Judd Fitzgerald | 40 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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