Dr. Paul Manner, MD
Contact & Location
Seattle, WA 98105
Dr. Paul Manner is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Seattle, Washington. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Manner has performed 48 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#44 in Washington) and 32 hip replacements, for a combined total of 80 procedures.
In Washington, Dr. Manner performs near average in knee (48 vs 41 avg), near average in hip (32 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Manner's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (48 cases) and hip replacements (32 cases).
Seattle is home to 37 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Seattle area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Manner's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 122 procedures in 2019 before settling at 80 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Manner's 48 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Manner Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Washington state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Manner's recorded volume peaked at 122 procedures in 2019 and stood at 80 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Manner
How does Dr. Manner's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
Dr. Manner has performed 80 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Washington average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Manner ranks #50 out of 198 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Manner perform?
Dr. Manner's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (48 cases) and hip replacement (32 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Manner in Seattle?
Yes. There are 37 orthopedic surgeons in Seattle 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. Manner 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. Manner's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 80 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Manner's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Manner's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 122 procedures in 2019 and was 80 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. Manner perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Manner's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (48 cases), hip replacement (32 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Manner affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Manner is affiliated with University Of Washington Medical Ctr.
How does Dr. Manner compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Seattle?
Among the 37 orthopedic surgeons in Seattle, Dr. Manner ranks #11 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Seattle has 142 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Manner practices?
University Of Washington Medical Ctr (3 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 Seattle, Washington
Dr. Manner's 80 Medicare procedures are below the Seattle average of 115. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Seattle.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jonathan Clabeaux | 142 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Navin Fernando | 140 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Frederick Lee | 125 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sean Toomey | 109 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Laura Matsen | 106 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Calvin Schlepp | 101 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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