How do I contact Dr. Richard McLaughlin?

You can contact Dr. Richard McLaughlin at 206-520-5000. The practice is located at 1959 Ne Pacific St in Seattle, Washington.

What procedures does Dr. Richard McLaughlin specialize in?

Dr. Richard McLaughlin is an orthopedic surgeon in Seattle, Washington specializing in joint replacement procedures. Medicare data shows procedures performed including shoulder replacement.

How many Medicare procedures has Dr. Richard McLaughlin performed?

According to Medicare data, Dr. Richard McLaughlin has performed 44 joint replacement procedures. This represents Medicare fee-for-service cases and accounts for approximately 33-37% of all procedures nationwide.

What is Dr. Richard McLaughlin's ranking in Washington?

Dr. Richard McLaughlin is ranked #99 overall in Washington for orthopedic procedure volume based on Medicare data.

Does Dr. Richard McLaughlin accept new patients?

To find out if Dr. Richard McLaughlin is accepting new patients, please contact the office directly at 206-520-5000. Most orthopedic surgeons require a referral from your primary care physician.

Dr. Richard McLaughlin, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Richard McLaughlin is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Seattle, Washington. In 2023, Dr. McLaughlin performed 44 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #8 in Washington. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Shoulder Replacement

44 verified cases

#8 in Washington

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. McLaughlin

Medicare volume represents only a portion of a surgeon's practice.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. McLaughlin, I see your Medicare volume is lower—what percentage of your practice is private insurance or sports medicine? Approximately how many total joint replacements do you perform annually?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 206-520-5000

1959 Ne Pacific St
Seattle, WA 98195

NPI: 1861871741

Credentials: MD

✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)

📅 11 years of practice experience

🎓 Licensed MD

🏥 Licensed surgical specialist

🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon

📞 Contact information available

Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.

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Dr. Richard McLaughlin, MD

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