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Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD

Accepting New Patients

(215 Ratings)

Specializes in: Spine Surgery, Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery and Neurosurgery

University of Washington School of Medicine (2001)

Professional interests include: spine surgery procedures, minimally invasive spine surgery

1100 GOETHALS DRIVE SUITE B
RICHLAND, WA 99352

(509) 371-3595

Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD is a spine surgeon in RICHLAND, WA specializing in spine surgery, orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and neurosurgery. He graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 2001 and has 25 years of experience. Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD is affiliated with Providence and Kadlec Regional Medical Center.

Office Locations

1100 GOETHALS DRIVE SUITE B
RICHLAND, WA 99352

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Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD in 2023

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

Top 5%

By Volume:

anterior cervical discectomy and fusion

decompressive lumbar laminectomy

discectomy

laminectomy

laminectomy with foraminotomy and facetectomy

lateral lumbar interbody fusion

spinal decompression surgery

spinal fusion

spinal procedures

By Affordability:

anterior discectomy

lumbar laminotomy

In 2023, among providers in related specialties within Washington, Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD performed more anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF), decompressive lumbar laminectomy, discectomy (disc removal surgery), laminectomy, laminectomy with foraminotomy and facetectomy, lateral lumbar interbody fusion (LLIF), spinal decompression surgery, spinal fusion, and spinal procedures procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of them and he also had a list price for anterior discectomy, and lumbar laminotomy that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 95% 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.

Top 10%

By Volume:

cervical spine surgery

lumbar interbody fusion

By Affordability:

cervical fusion

In 2023, among providers in related specialties within Washington, Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD performed more cervical spine surgery, and lumbar interbody fusion procedures for Medicare patients than 90% of them and he also had a list price for cervical fusion that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 90% 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.

Top 25%

By Affordability:

anterior cervical discectomy

anterior cervical discectomy and fusion

anterior cervical fusion

cervical decompression

cervical discectomy

cervical spine surgery

decompressive laminectomy

decompressive lumbar laminectomy

laminectomy with foraminotomy and facetectomy

lumbar discectomy

lumbar hemilaminectomy

lumbar laminectomy

posterior discectomy

posterior lumbar discectomy

In 2012, Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD had a list price for anterior cervical discectomy, anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF), anterior cervical fusion, cervical decompression, cervical discectomy, cervical spine surgery, decompressive laminectomy, decompressive lumbar laminectomy, discectomy (disc removal surgery), disc surgery, facetectomy, foraminotomy, laminectomy with foraminotomy and facetectomy, lumbar discectomy, lumbar hemilaminectomy, lumbar laminectomy, posterior discectomy, and posterior lumbar discectomy that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within Washington. 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

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD treated as a spine surgeon in RICHLAND, WA during 2012 were spinal procedures, nerve procedures, decompression surgery and arthrodesis (bone fusion surgery).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD for Medicare patients.

arthrodesis (bone fusion surgery)	37
aspiration	11
bone marrow tests	11
decompression surgery	44
doctor visit	243
minimally invasive procedures	25
neck surgery	12
nerve procedures	44
spinal procedures	127

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD treated as a spine surgeon in RICHLAND, WA during 2013 were spinal procedures, nerve procedures, decompression surgery and arthrodesis (bone fusion surgery).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD for Medicare patients.

arthrodesis (bone fusion surgery)	42
decompression surgery	51
doctor visit	286
minimally invasive procedures	25
neck surgery	17
nerve procedures	51
spinal procedures	124

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD.

**Gender**
Male	94
Female	134

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	208
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	96
From 75 to 84	65
85 and over	18
Less than 65	49

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD in 2013

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	34
Dementia	7
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD treated as a spine surgeon in RICHLAND, WA during 2014 were spinal procedures, nerve procedures, decompression surgery and arthrodesis (bone fusion surgery).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD for Medicare patients.

arthrodesis (bone fusion surgery)	66
decompression surgery	89
doctor visit	378
minimally invasive procedures	45
neck surgery	21
nerve procedures	89
spinal procedures	231

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD.

**Gender**
Male	130
Female	158

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	268
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	132
From 75 to 84	80
85 and over	14
Less than 65	62

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD in 2014

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	31
Dementia	7
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD treated as a spine surgeon in RICHLAND, WA during 2015 were spinal procedures, MRI (magnetic resonance imaging), nerve procedures and decompression surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD for Medicare patients.

arthrodesis (bone fusion surgery)	62
decompression surgery	90
doctor visit	457
minimally invasive procedures	39
MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)	126
neck surgery	23
nerve procedures	90
spinal procedures	344
X-rays	14

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD.

**Gender**
Male	320
Female	384

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	644
Black	0
Hispanic	36
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	352
From 75 to 84	182
85 and over	24
Less than 65	146

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD in 2015

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	28
Dementia	8
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD treated as a spine surgeon in RICHLAND, WA during 2016 were spinal procedures, MRI (magnetic resonance imaging), nerve procedures and decompression surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD for Medicare patients.

arthrodesis (bone fusion surgery)	50
decompression surgery	97
doctor visit	412
minimally invasive procedures	27
MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)	107
neck surgery	23
nerve procedures	97
spinal procedures	307
X-rays	30

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD.

**Gender**
Male	149
Female	181

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	303
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	157
From 75 to 84	76
85 and over	25
Less than 65	72

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD in 2016

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	26
Dementia	8
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD treated as a spine surgeon in RICHLAND, WA during 2017 were spinal procedures, nerve procedures, decompression surgery and arthrodesis (bone fusion surgery).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD for Medicare patients.

arthrodesis (bone fusion surgery)	69
aspiration	32
bone marrow tests	32
decompression surgery	94
doctor visit	362
minimally invasive procedures	48
neck surgery	21
nerve procedures	94
spinal procedures	225

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD.

**Gender**
Male	166
Female	196

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	327
Black	0
Hispanic	19
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	173
From 75 to 84	94
85 and over	21
Less than 65	74

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD in 2017

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	32
Dementia	9
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD treated as a spine surgeon in RICHLAND, WA during 2018 were spinal procedures, nerve procedures, decompression surgery and arthrodesis (bone fusion surgery).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD for Medicare patients.

arthrodesis (bone fusion surgery)	62
decompression surgery	99
doctor visit	388
implant surgery	13
minimally invasive procedures	42
neck surgery	20
nerve procedures	99
neurostimulator lead placement	13
neurostimulator replacement	13
spinal procedures	237

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD.

**Gender**
Male	181
Female	221

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	351
Black	0
Hispanic	29
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	210
From 75 to 84	100
85 and over	12
Less than 65	80

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD in 2018

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	38
Dementia	9
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD treated as a spine surgeon in RICHLAND, WA during 2019 were spinal procedures, nerve procedures, decompression surgery and arthrodesis (bone fusion surgery).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD for Medicare patients.

arthrodesis (bone fusion surgery)	94
decompression surgery	127
doctor visit	499
minimally invasive procedures	67
neck surgery	27
nerve procedures	127
spinal procedures	303

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD.

**Gender**
Male	220
Female	247

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	410
Black	0
Hispanic	32
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	127
85 and over	0
Less than 65	112

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD in 2019

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	35
Dementia	9
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD treated as a spine surgeon in RICHLAND, WA during 2020 were spinal procedures, nerve procedures, decompression surgery and arthrodesis (bone fusion surgery).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD for Medicare patients.

arthrodesis (bone fusion surgery)	99
decompression surgery	124
doctor visit	273
minimally invasive procedures	72
neck surgery	27
nerve procedures	124
spinal procedures	299

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD.

**Gender**
Male	151
Female	156

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	269
Black	0
Hispanic	23
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	145
From 75 to 84	92
85 and over	15
Less than 65	55

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD in 2020

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	29
Dementia	9
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD treated as a spine surgeon in RICHLAND, WA during 2021 were spinal procedures, nerve procedures, decompression surgery and arthrodesis (bone fusion surgery).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD for Medicare patients.

arthrodesis (bone fusion surgery)	83
decompression surgery	108
doctor visit	288
minimally invasive procedures	58
neck surgery	25
nerve procedures	108
spinal procedures	270

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD.

**Gender**
Male	138
Female	161

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	266
Black	0
Hispanic	19
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	138
From 75 to 84	94
85 and over	21
Less than 65	46

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD in 2021

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	36
Dementia	8
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD treated as a spine surgeon in RICHLAND, WA during 2022 were spinal procedures, nerve procedures, decompression surgery and arthrodesis (bone fusion surgery).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD for Medicare patients.

arthrodesis (bone fusion surgery)	62
decompression surgery	101
doctor visit	299
minimally invasive procedures	46
neck surgery	16
nerve procedures	101
spinal procedures	248

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD.

**Gender**
Male	134
Female	138

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	236
Black	0
Hispanic	14
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	147
From 75 to 84	78
85 and over	11
Less than 65	36

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	33
Dementia	0
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD treated as a spine surgeon in RICHLAND, WA were spinal procedures, MRI (magnetic resonance imaging), nerve procedures and decompression surgery.

arthrodesis (bone fusion surgery)	66
aspiration	21
bone marrow tests	21
decompression surgery	93
doctor visit	353
implant surgery	13
minimally invasive procedures	44
MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)	116
neck surgery	21
nerve procedures	93
neurostimulator lead placement	13
neurostimulator replacement	13
spinal procedures	246
X-rays	22

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD.

**Gender**
Male	153
Female	179

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	298
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	15
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	89
85 and over	14
Less than 65	66
65 to 74	140

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	11
Osteoporosis	10
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	29
Atrial Fibrillation	7
Cancer	8
Dementia	6

Education & Training

Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 2001. He completed residency at University of Washington Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery and has a state license in Washington.

Medical School: University of Washington School of Medicine (2001)

Residency: University of Washington Affiliated Hospitals (2006)

Board Certification: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery

Licensed In: Washington

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Providence

Kadlec Regional Medical Center

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Humana PPO, CIGNA PPO, Wellcare Medicare (HMO), Medicare Advantage, TriWest, United Healthcare, TRICARE, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, United Healthcare Medicaid, OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health), United Healthcare PPO, Providence, Humana HMO, First Health, Regence, Kaiser Permanente, Molina Healthcare, Asuris Northwest Health PPO, Premera PPO, Naphcare, Moda PPO, Evernorth PPO and First Choice PPO.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Humana PPO

CIGNA PPO

Wellcare Medicare (HMO)

Medicare Advantage

TriWest

United Healthcare

TRICARE

Medicaid

Humana

Cigna

United Healthcare Medicaid

OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health)

United Healthcare PPO

Providence

Humana HMO

First Health

Regence

Kaiser Permanente

Molina Healthcare

Asuris Northwest Health PPO

Premera PPO

Naphcare

Moda PPO

Evernorth PPO

First Choice PPO

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.89 out of 5 stars based on 215 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD from all over the web to help you find the right in RICHLAND, WA.

4.89

Overall Rating

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Reviews Left On DocSpot

Overall Rating: 5.0 2019-03-12

Dr Wahl did surgery to my lower spine to relieve pain and weakness in both legs.  Dr Wahl and his staff have done an exceptional operation.  Now have no pain and regaining strength in both legs.  I would recommend Dr. Wahl to anyone.

Reviews From Around The Web

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-08-31

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Dr. Wahl exhibits excellent bedside manners which includes listening and responding in a direct, well-thought out, and caring manner. Dr. Wahl Is a busy person whose schedule Is tight but Is able to present himself In a manner that Is frank yet reassuring which Is not an easy task when discussing potential issues regarding surgical procedure and technique concerning the spinal column. Even providing minimal detail can be tough for a patient to hear. Dr. Wahl Is able to find that balance between being personable yet candid, and that Is a skillset that Is separate from his surgical ability yet pays nothing but dividends to the Kadlec organization that he represents.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-10-11

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Dr. Wahl is the fifth doctor I have seen about my back issues. He is by far the best, and I finally have some understanding of my problems and a plan on how to fix it and move forward. Of all the people I've seen he was the most thorough In every aspect. I feel like I am finally getting some help. I've been trying to figure out my back, leg, fioot, and balance issues for six months. I saw Dr. Wahl to get a second opinion and I'm very happy I did. In addition, he was pleasant, personable, and easy to talk to. A+

Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-10-16

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Dr. Wahl is a thorough and kind provider. I have constant back/leg pain and was almost begging for surgery. He took a lot of time with me. He showed me my MRI and explained why I shouldn't jump to another surgery. He explained that I should try the steroid shot in my spine. He said he even gets it. He described it to me as similar as taking ibuprofen(which I take constantly). I was very stressed out, and he was kind and informative. I really appreciate and trust him. I will try the shot.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-04-21

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Dr. Wahl was wonderful, took the time to explain everything to me. After a year of pain related to a herniated disc, 2 insurance denials with another provider outside of Kadlec, I was referred to Dr. Wahl. When I had lost hope that this surgery will ever be approved, Dr. Wahl is confident and willing to do whatever it takes to get what I need to fix this issue. So very thankful! I highly recommend him!

Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-01-21

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Some of the best care I have ever received from a medical practice as well as, the nicest, most caring, and knowledgeable, individuals I've had the pleasure to be treated by. I would, without hesitation, recommend this practice, and Dr. Wahl and his staff to anyone in need of an Orthopedic surgeon. I have already recommended him to my brother and the rest of my family.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-10-23

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Dr Wahl and his care team we very organized and timely in regards to my appointment. I have and will continue to give positive reports for Dr. Wahl and his care team. His care team is more than a label, they were active and responsive to my concerns and questions. I had a very positive experience to the concerns of my serious spine condition. Keep up the good work!!

Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-11-14

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Both my husband and I were extremely happy with our visit with Dr. Wahl. Dr. Wahl was the first doctor I have seen with my issues who took the time to show me the x-rays and MRI that I had had done and explain my condition, as well as a treatment plan. He was kind and answered all of our questions. So happy we were referred to him and look forward to my treatment.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-10-30

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I was nervous about having surgery, Dr. Wahl and his team explained the entire process in detail including what to expect after. I'm very thankful to have Dr. Wahl as my surgeon. After my workplace injury I doubted that I would ever feel normal and pain free again; I am now excited about the future as I feel more normal and continue to heal following surgery.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-04-03

Patient verified via Press Ganey

I was extremely impressed with Dr. Wahl. He was kind, understanding, and extremely knowledgeable. I felt completely confident with him immediately. The office was nice, and the staff who check me in was pleasant. I was asked to arrive 30 minutes early not sure why, as I checked in in line per the medical office, so I sat around longer than I would've liked.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
NUVASIVE, INC.	$9,678 Thoracolumbar $5,143	ALIF $1,691	XLIF $1,295	Pulse $504	Integrated Operative Solutions $182	Other $863
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.	$815 Biomaterials $204	Spine $176	Trauma $127	VBA $90	Orthopaedics $58	Other $160
Stryker Corporation	$193 TRAUMA & EXTREMITIES $193
Globus Medical, Inc.	$181 Spine $98	ExcelsiusGPS Robotic Navigation System $83
Medtronic USA, Inc.	$155 Spinal Cord Neurostimulation - Neuro $155
Other	$345 PAIN MANAGEMENT $113	XARTEMIS XR $44	SImmetry Sacroiliac Joint Fusion System $29	BUTRANS $28	CELEBREX $20	Other $111

**Types of Payments**
Consulting Fee	$4,400
Food and Beverage	$3,722
Travel and Lodging	$3,222
Gift	$23

Research Payments

Dr. Melvin M. Wahl JR., MD has received 2 research payments totaling $3,550.

Biography

Dr. Melvin Wahl is a spine surgery, neurosurgery, and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery specialist. Patient ratings for Dr. Wahl average 5.0 stars (out of 5). He is especially interested in minimally invasive spine surgery. He is in-network for several insurance carriers, including Regence, Blue California, and United Healthcare PPO. He is a graduate of the University of Washington School of Medicine. He trained at a hospital affiliated with the University of Washington for residency. Dr. Wahl's hospital/clinic affiliations include Kadlec Regional Medical Center and Providence. He has an open panel in Richland, WA according to Doctor.com.