Dr. Sean Caskey, D.O.
Contact & Location
509-662-8756
Wenatchee, WA 98801
Dr. Caskey performs more knee replacement procedures than 87% of orthopedic surgeons in Washington, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #18 of 146 ranked knee surgeons in Washington.
About Dr. Caskey
Practice. Dr. Sean Caskey is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wenatchee, Washington. The latest annual CMS data records 75 knee replacements and 62 hip replacements, 137 procedures in all. That is #18 in Washington for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2016.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2022 to 2024, 3 years. Volume rose from 15 procedures a year to 137, up 813%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 75 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Wenatchee has 6 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 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 15 |
| 2023 | 34 | 42 |
| 2024 | 62 | 75 |
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. Caskey Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Washington state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Caskey's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 813% from 15 procedures in 2022 to 137 in the most recent data.
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. Caskey
How does Dr. Caskey's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
Dr. Caskey has performed 137 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Washington average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Caskey ranks #16 out of 198 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Caskey perform?
Dr. Caskey's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (75 cases) and hip replacement (62 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Caskey with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Caskey ranks #18 in Washington for knee replacement with 75 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 198 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Caskey in Wenatchee?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Wenatchee 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. Caskey 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. Caskey's total volume across all insurers at roughly 460 to 570 procedures against the 137 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. Caskey's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Caskey's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2022 to 137 in the most recent data, a 813% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 137 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Caskey perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Caskey's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (75 cases), hip replacement (62 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Caskey affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Caskey is affiliated with Confluence Health Hospital, Lake Chelan Community Hospital, Quincy Valley Hospital.
How does Dr. Caskey compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Wenatchee?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Wenatchee, Dr. Caskey ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Caskey is among the highest-volume surgeons in Wenatchee.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Caskey practices?
Confluence Health Hospital (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 Wenatchee, Washington
Dr. Caskey's 137 Medicare procedures are above the Wenatchee average of 90. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Wenatchee.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Joel Cummings | 188 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Dahl | 92 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Rossi | 69 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Brannon Orton | 40 | Knee |
| Dr. Benjamin Albertson | 16 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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