Dr. Paul Degenfelder is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Puyallup, Washington. In 2023, Dr. Degenfelder performed 34 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#73 in Washington) and 24 hip replacements, for a combined total of 58 procedures.
Dr. Degenfelder's 58 Medicare procedures are near the Washington median of 44. The state has 202 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Degenfelder's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (34 cases) and hip replacements (24 cases).
Puyallup is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Puyallup area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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 (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Degenfelder
How does Dr. Degenfelder's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Degenfelder performed 58 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Washington average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Degenfelder ranks #84 out of 202 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Degenfelder perform?
Dr. Degenfelder's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases) and hip replacement (24 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Degenfelder in Puyallup?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Puyallup 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. Degenfelder represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Degenfelder's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 58 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Puyallup, Washington
Compare Dr. Degenfelder's volume with other surgeons practicing in Puyallup.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Wyman | 59 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Steedman | 59 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Hung | 29 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Anthony Van Bergeyk | 19 | Knee |
| Dr. Neal Shonnard | 14 | Hip |
| Dr. Nathan Bowers | 14 | Shoulder |
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