Dr. Richard Gray is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lakewood, Washington. Dr. Gray has performed 50 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#30 in Washington) and 38 knee replacements, for a combined total of 88 procedures.
Dr. Gray's combined volume of 88 procedures places them above the Washington statewide average of 59. Among 202 orthopedic surgeons in Washington, Dr. Gray ranks #46 overall.
Dr. Gray's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (50 cases) and knee replacements (38 cases).
Lakewood is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lakewood 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. Gray
How does Dr. Gray's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
Dr. Gray has performed 88 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Washington average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Gray ranks #46 out of 202 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gray perform?
Dr. Gray's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (50 cases) and knee replacement (38 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gray in Lakewood?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Lakewood 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. Gray 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. Gray's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 88 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Lakewood, Washington
Compare Dr. Gray's volume with other surgeons practicing in Lakewood.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Albert D'heurle | 59 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Vaughan | 43 | Knee |
| Dr. Peter Krumins | 38 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Julian Arroyo | 38 | Shoulder |
| Dr. John Heffernan | 25 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Spencer Coray | 22 | Knee |
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