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Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED)

Accepting New Patients
Specializes in: Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery
University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine (2014)
1550 S UNION AVENUE SUITE 210
TACOMA, WA 98405

Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED) is an orthopedist in TACOMA, WA specializing in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine in 2014 and has 11 years of experience. Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED) is affiliated with MultiCare.

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Office Locations

1550 S UNION AVENUE SUITE 210
TACOMA, WA 98405
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Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED) in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 25%

By Volume:

nerve surgery
open carpal tunnel surgery
trigger finger surgery
upper extremity surgery

By Affordability:

carpal tunnel surgery
nerve decompression surgery
nerve procedures
nerve surgery
open carpal tunnel surgery
peripheral nerve decompression surgery
peripheral nerve surgery

In 2013, among providers in related specialties within Washington, Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED) performed more nerve surgery, open carpal tunnel surgery, trigger finger surgery, and upper extremity surgery procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of them and he also had a list price for carpal tunnel surgery, nerve decompression surgery, nerve procedures, nerve surgery, open carpal tunnel surgery, peripheral nerve decompression surgery, and peripheral nerve surgery that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED) treated as an orthopedist in TACOMA, WA during 2020 were injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED) for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 81
injections 17

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED).

Gender
Male 35
Female 49
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 68
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 40
From 75 to 84 17
85 and over 11
Less than 65 16

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED) in 2020

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED) treated during 2020 were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and depression.

Hypertension 56
High Cholesterol 55
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 27
Depression 25
Chronic Kidney Disease 20
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 20
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED) treated as an orthopedist in TACOMA, WA during 2021 were injections, upper extremity surgery, aspiration and X-rays.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED) for Medicare patients.

aspiration 37
decompression surgery 30
doctor visit 383
injections 117
musculoskeletal imaging 31
nerve procedures 30
open surgery 30
tendon surgery 16
upper extremity surgery 46
X-rays 31

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED).

Gender
Male 98
Female 164
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 227
Black 13
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 127
From 75 to 84 75
85 and over 27
Less than 65 33

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED) in 2021

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED) treated during 2021 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 65
High Cholesterol 59
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 32
Depression 30
Chronic Kidney Disease 32
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 12
Atrial Fibrilation 7
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 11
Diabetes 29
Dementia 8
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED) treated as an orthopedist in TACOMA, WA during 2022 were injections, upper extremity surgery, nerve procedures and open surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED) for Medicare patients.

aspiration 26
decompression surgery 39
doctor visit 410
hospital care 15
injections 101
inpatient care 15
nerve procedures 39
open surgery 39
tendon surgery 30
upper extremity surgery 69

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED).

Gender
Male 125
Female 175
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 262
Black 15
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 145
From 75 to 84 93
85 and over 37
Less than 65 25

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED) in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED) treated during 2022 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 71
High Cholesterol 70
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 20
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 23
Asthma 15
Osteoperosis 15
Atrial Fibrilation 11
Heart Failure 12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 24
Dementia 0
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED) treated as an orthopedist in TACOMA, WA during 2023 were injections, upper extremity surgery, nerve procedures and open surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED) for Medicare patients.

aspiration 37
decompression surgery 52
doctor visit 337
injections 116
nerve procedures 52
open surgery 52
tendon surgery 44
upper extremity surgery 96

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED).

Gender
Male 115
Female 183
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 265
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 12
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 128
From 75 to 84 109
85 and over 42
Less than 65 19

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED) in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED) treated during 2023 were high cholesterol, hypertension, ischemic heart disease and depression.

Hypertension 73
High Cholesterol 74
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 24
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 22
Asthma 16
Osteoperosis 22
Atrial Fibrilation 13
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 12
Diabetes 22
Dementia 4
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2020 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED) for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED) treated as an orthopedist in TACOMA, WA were injections, upper extremity surgery, nerve procedures and open surgery.

aspiration 33
decompression surgery 40
doctor visit 302
hospital care 15
injections 87
inpatient care 15
musculoskeletal imaging 31
nerve procedures 40
open surgery 40
tendon surgery 30
upper extremity surgery 70
X-rays 31

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2020 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED).

Gender
Male 93
Female 142
Ethnicity
Black / African American 7
Asian / Pacific Islander 0
Non-Hispanic White 205
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Hispanic 0
Other 3
Age
75 to 84 73
85 and over 29
Less than 65 23
65 to 74 110

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED) From 2020 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED) treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 64
Stroke 2
Ischemic Heart Disease 25
Depression 25
Chronic Kidney Disease 24
Asthma 10
Osteoporosis 12
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 9
Diabetes 23
Atrial Fibrillation 7
Cancer 9
Dementia 3

Education & Training

Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED) graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine in 2014. He has a state license in Washington.

Medical School: University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine (2014)

Licensed In: Washington

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED) is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

MultiCare

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED) has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.94 out of 5 stars based on 17 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED) from all over the web to help you find the right in TACOMA, WA. 

4.94
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Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-07-12
Patient verified via Press Ganey
When I got home I thought of a question and send a message to Dr Shung. I expected to get a message response from a nurse. But early the next morning Dr Shung called to answer my question and discuss any other concerns I had.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-09-02
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Dr. Shung repaired my broken left wrist in {date removed}. I had a good experience with him and his office and wanted him to take care of my broken right wrist which occurred on {date removed}.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-09-26
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Dr Shung did all of the above Immediately and perfectly. He Immediately addressed any concerns, and his diagnosis of my issues sounded spot on. I could not ask for a better doctor. 10/10 stars
Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-01-09
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Dr. Shung was very thorough, professional and invested. He gave detailed information about his findings, the procedure and the process prior to and after.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-09-28
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Dr. Shung explained the situation clearly and concisely and allowed me to make my own decision as to treatment. He was excellent.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-09-11
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I greatly appreciate Dr Shung, and how he takes time to answer all my questions to include counseling me in options
Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-06-21
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In the midst of the foul up Xray need, Dr Shung the office staff and the entire surgery went very well
Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-11-05
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Very nice Dr. He listened and explained things to me. Thank you Dr. Shung.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-11-01
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Only one option of care, but it was explained and performed efficiently.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-08-29
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He listened to my concerns and was open to my preferences.

To see all 17 reviews for Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED), view their full profile.

General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Joseph Shung, MD, (ANTICIPATED). Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Arthrex, Inc. $2,204
$2,204
AXOGEN $2,046 AxoGuard Nerve Connector
$2,046
ACUMED LLC $1,574 Radial Head Plating System
$1,045 		Total Wrist Fusion Plating System
$300 		ACUMED
$112 		Acutrak Headless Compression Screw System
$80 		ARC Wrist Tower
$37
Integra LifeSciences Corporation $1,189 Titan-Shoulder
$709 		External Fixation System
$480
Alon Medical Technology $898
$898
Other $583 SIGMA
$173 		Trauma-None
$89 		Orthopediatric Implants
$89 		XIAFLEX
$74 		Comprehensive Humeral
$67 		Other
$92
Types of Payments
Travel and Lodging $4,811
Food and Beverage $2,303
Education $1,381

Biography

Dr. Joseph Shung specializes in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and practices in Tacoma, WA. Dr. Shung attended medical school at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine. Patient reviews placed him at an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5). He is professionally affiliated with MultiCare. According to Doctor.com, he is currently accepting new patients at his office in TACOMA, WA.

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