Dr. Thomas Helpenstell, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Thomas Helpenstell is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Olympia, Washington. In 2023, Dr. Helpenstell performed 100 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#9 in Washington) and 41 hip replacements (#40 in Washington), for a combined total of 141 procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Washington.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
100 verified cases
#9 in Washington
Hip Replacement
41 verified cases
#40 in Washington

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Helpenstell

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (141 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Helpenstell, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 360-786-8990
3901 Capital Mall Dr Sw
Olympia, WA 98502
NPI: 1376612002
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 20 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

Other Top Washington Orthopedic Surgeons

Dr. Peter Wood - Olympia 237 procedures
Dr. Joel Cummings - Wenatchee 236 procedures
Dr. Uel Hansen - Kennewick 214 procedures
Dr. William Barrett - Renton 191 procedures

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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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