Dr. Soren Olson, MD
Contact & Location
Spokane, WA 99204
Dr. Soren Olson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Spokane, Washington. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Olson has performed 22 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#107 in Washington) and 16 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 38 procedures.
In Washington, Dr. Olson performs below average in knee (22 vs 41 avg), below average in shoulder (16 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Olson's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (22 cases) and shoulder replacements (16 cases).
Spokane is home to 17 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Spokane area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Olson extend back to 2017, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 16 to 38 in the most recent data, a 138% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Olson's 22 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Olson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Washington state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Olson's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 138% from 16 procedures in 2017 to 38 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. Olson
How does Dr. Olson's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
Dr. Olson has performed 38 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Washington average is 59 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Olson ranks #119 out of 198 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Olson perform?
Dr. Olson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases) and shoulder replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Olson in Spokane?
Yes. There are 17 orthopedic surgeons in Spokane 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. Olson 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. Olson's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 38 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Olson's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Olson's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2017 to 38 in the most recent data, a 138% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 48 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Olson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Olson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases), shoulder replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Olson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Olson is affiliated with Prov Sacred Hrt Med Ctr & Childs Hosp., Odessa Memorial Healthcare Center, Multicare Deaconess Hospital.
How does Dr. Olson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Spokane?
Among the 17 orthopedic surgeons in Spokane, Dr. Olson ranks #12 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Spokane has 175 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Olson practices?
Prov Sacred Hrt Med Ctr & Childs Hosp. (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Multicare Deaconess Hospital (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 Spokane, Washington
Dr. Olson's 38 Medicare procedures are below the Spokane average of 98. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Spokane.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Alexander Reichard | 175 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joshua Drumm | 107 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brett Mulawka | 102 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael McDonald | 93 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Kody | 85 | Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Lovell | 83 | Hip, Knee |
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