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Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD

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(477 Ratings)

Specializes in: Cardiothoracic Surgery and Vascular Surgery

McMaster University Faculty of Health Sciences (1982)

Professional interests include: arterial thrombosis, embolectomy, peripheral vascular disease, and more.

801 Broadway Suite 500
Seattle, WA 98122

(206) 215-5921

Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Seattle, WA specializing in cardiothoracic surgery and vascular surgery. He graduated from McMaster University Faculty of Health Sciences in 1982 and has 44 years of experience. Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD is affiliated with Providence, Swedish Health Services, Swedish and many hospitals including Swedish First Hill, Swedish Cherry Hill, and Swedish Edmonds.

Office Locations

801 Broadway Suite 500
Seattle, WA 98122

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Some issues Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD can help you with:

Laparoscopic Surgery

Laparoscopic surgery is a kind of minimally invasive surgery using a thin, narrow tube called a laparoscope. Usually performed on the abdomen or the pelvic region, the surgeon makes a few very small incisions instead of one large one.

During the procedure, the surgeon inserts the laparoscope, which contains a light and camera that allows the surgeon to see what is happening inside the body. Then tiny tools are placed through the small openings and used to perform the surgery.

The most common laparoscopic surgery is gallbladder removal, but laparoscopic surgery may also be used for the removal of a kidney or appendix, to treat certain cysts and tumors, for bariatric surgery, for some GERD treatments, or for hernia repairs, among others.

Because laparoscopic surgery only uses a few tiny incisions, the scars are minimal and recovery is easier than with open surgery.

Peripheral Bypass Surgery

Peripheral bypass surgery is a procedure that reroutes blood flow around a blockage in the arteries of the arms or legs. Atherosclerosis, or plaque buildup, can affect these arteries in a condition called peripheral artery disease or PAD. A thick, waxy substance composed of cholesterol and minerals builds up within the blood vessels, and in severe cases it can clog arteries. Without enough blood getting to the muscles, patients can experience weakness and pain. Peripheral bypass surgery opens up a new pathway for blood to flow where it is needed. Sometimes peripheral bypass surgery is used when arteries are damaged, for instance, by a severe injury. While it can be performed in the arms, it is most commonly done in the calf, knee, thigh, or hip.

During surgery, the blockage is identified, and an incision is made to expose the artery. The surgeon prepares a tube, called a graft, to be used as the bypass. Sometimes this tube is synthetic, and sometimes a piece of the patient's own vein or artery is used. The ends of the bypass graft are attached to the artery above and below the blockage. Now blood can simply flow around and continue on its way.

After a peripheral bypass, patients may need to spend a couple of days in the hospital while doctors make sure the bypass is working and not leaking. If the bypass was done in the leg, doctors may check the pulse in the feet to make sure blood is flowing well. Patients may experience some swelling in the area where they had surgery. Raising an arm or leg will help. Patients will likely be back to normal activities within 2-3 weeks.

Stroke

A stroke is a medical emergency that occurs when a blood vessel supplying oxygen and nutrients to the brain is ruptured or blocked. The brain cannot function without a steady supply of oxygen and nutrients, so when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted, even for a brief moment, brain cells begin to die. When a sufficient number of brain cells die, the brain itself can no longer function, meaning that strokes are very dangerous. Strokes can result in impaired movement, speech, cognitive ability, the impairment of important physical functions, and even death.

Anyone can have a stroke, regardless of age and health. Strokes are known to happen at random. However, certain conditions and behaviors can increase one's risk of stroke over time.

Risk factors for stroke include:

Heart disease
Older age
Smoking
Diabetes
High blood pressure
High blood cholesterol and lipids

There are two main types of stroke: ischemic stroke and hemorrhagic stroke. Ischemic stroke occurs more commonly and is when a blood vessel in the brain becomes blocked. Blockages are caused by blood clots and built-up plaque (deposits of fat and cholesterol), which leads to atherosclerosis, a condition where the blood vessels narrow and harden. The resultant restricted blood flow may lead to an ischemic stroke by blocking essential oxygen to the brain, causing the heart to exert more effort to pump blood.

Hemorrhagic stroke occurs when a blood vessel in or around the brain ruptures. The burst vessel leaks blood into surrounding brain tissue, causing irreparable brain damage.

Hemorrhagic strokes are less common and may occur from head injuries, brain aneurysms, brain tumors, and bleeding disorders, amongst other conditions.

Both ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes require immediate medical treatment. Medical intervention can prevent severe and life-threatening brain damage. Signs of stroke include:

-Disorientation or confusion

-Difficulty speaking

-Difficulty walking

-Impaired vision

-Weakness in the face, legs, or arms

-Severe headaches

When someone suspected of having a stroke reaches the hospital, the patient will usually receive a CT or other scan that provides an image of the brain. The scan results can reveal clotted or leaking blood in the brain. Physical exams, neurological exams, and blood tests may also be used to check for blood clotting and sugar. Treatment begins generally immediately if a stroke is detected.

Medical treatment for ischemic strokes includes a thrombolytic medicine which breaks up and disperses blood clots. This medicine can greatly improve stroke recovery and long-term health. However, the thrombolytic medicine must be administered as soon as possible to achieve these results. Other treatments for ischemic strokes are blood thinners and thrombectomy, a surgical procedure to remove a blood clot in the brain. Thrombectomy is performed by inserting a catheter (thin needle) into the artery to reach the blood clot and mechanically remove it. With the clot removed, normal blood flow to the brain resumes. Thrombectomy is typically performed at most six hours after a patient shows signs of a stroke.

Hemorrhagic strokes are treated with blood-saving medication and surgery. For a hemorrhagic stroke caused by the rupture of an aneurysm (blood vessel bulges), surgery to stem the bleeding aneurysm and vessel may be used. One surgical technique is stent-assisted coiling, which adds a stent (small wire-meshed tube) into the blood vessel to block the leaking opening of the aneurysm. A non-surgical procedure is endovascular coiling, where a catheter (thin, hollow needle) places a platinum wire coil at the spot of the aneurysm. The coil blocks bleeding and prevents the aneurysm from continuing to leak blood. These procedures are usually combined with blood-thickening medications. Blood transfusions may be administered if substantial blood loss has occurred.

Since stroke patients may have lost some essential functions while the blood flow to their brains was obstructed, both ischemic stroke and hemorrhage stroke patients may receive post-stroke rehabilitation to rebuild their physical and mental abilities. Some restorative treatments include occupational, physical, and speech therapy. Patients may also receive care from neurologists, who can assist patients in recovering certain brain functions and cognitive abilities, and rehabilitation psychologists, who may help patients with their emotional, behavioral, and cognitive recovery. Some stroke patients require lengthy rehabilitation and may never fully regain function, while others may recover more quickly. While the fastest recovery improvements are usually seen in the first three or four months, stroke rehabilitation can last for years.

If someone begins to show signs of stroke, contact emergency services and call 9-1-1 immediately since blood flow must be restored as soon as possible to help avoid significant brain damage. If an ambulance takes the person to the hospital, paramedics can initiate stroke treatment as soon as the patient enters the ambulance, allowing for more prompt medical intervention and care.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD treated as a cardiothoracic surgeon in Seattle, WA during 2012 were vascular procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD for Medicare patients.

anastomosis	14
dialysis access procedures	14
doctor visit	349
endarterectomy	21
hospital care	65
inpatient care	65
neck surgery	21
ultrasound (sonogram)	153
vascular procedures	386

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD treated as a cardiothoracic surgeon in Seattle, WA during 2013 were vascular procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal imaging	18
anastomosis	22
dialysis access procedures	43
doctor visit	500
endarterectomy	23
hospital care	113
inpatient care	113
neck surgery	23
pelvic imaging	18
tracheal (windpipe) procedures	13
ultrasound (sonogram)	269
vascular procedures	530
X-rays	21

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD.

**Gender**
Male	314
Female	248

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	427
Black	45
Hispanic	46
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	195
From 75 to 84	182
85 and over	83
Less than 65	102

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	18
Ischemic Heart Disease	48
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	35
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	28
Diabetes	42
Dementia	12
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD treated as a cardiothoracic surgeon in Seattle, WA during 2014 were vascular procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), pelvic imaging and abdominal imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal imaging	33
anastomosis	14
catheterization	14
dialysis access procedures	29
doctor visit	505
endarterectomy	11
hospital care	27
inpatient care	27
neck surgery	11
pelvic imaging	33
ultrasound (sonogram)	279
vascular procedures	547
X-rays	15

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD.

**Gender**
Male	322
Female	263

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	427
Black	55
Hispanic	46
Asian	46
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	235
From 75 to 84	182
85 and over	78
Less than 65	90

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD in 2014

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	14
Ischemic Heart Disease	50
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	49
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	36
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	27
Diabetes	43
Dementia	10
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD treated as a cardiothoracic surgeon in Seattle, WA during 2015 were vascular procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), dialysis access procedures and anastomosis.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal imaging	34
anastomosis	50
catheterization	26
dialysis access procedures	63
doctor visit	421
endarterectomy	23
hospital care	30
inpatient care	30
minimally invasive procedures	14
neck surgery	23
pelvic imaging	34
stent placement (stenting)	14
tracheal (windpipe) procedures	12
ultrasound (sonogram)	245
vascular procedures	568
X-rays	13

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD.

**Gender**
Male	606
Female	538

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	828
Black	116
Hispanic	116
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	484
From 75 to 84	334
85 and over	144
Less than 65	182

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD in 2015

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	17
Ischemic Heart Disease	56
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	51
Asthma	21
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	37
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	34
Diabetes	46
Dementia	11
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD treated as a cardiothoracic surgeon in Seattle, WA during 2016 were vascular procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), pelvic imaging and abdominal imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal imaging	33
anastomosis	16
dialysis access procedures	27
doctor visit	263
endarterectomy	20
hospital care	23
inpatient care	23
neck surgery	20
pelvic imaging	33
ultrasound (sonogram)	182
vascular procedures	366

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD.

**Gender**
Male	244
Female	225

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	340
Black	40
Hispanic	41
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	186
From 75 to 84	150
85 and over	61
Less than 65	72

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	72
Stroke	17
Ischemic Heart Disease	54
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	52
Asthma	30
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	35
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	28
Diabetes	40
Dementia	11
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD treated as a cardiothoracic surgeon in Seattle, WA during 2017 were vascular procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), dialysis access procedures and pelvic imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal imaging	45
anastomosis	13
dialysis access procedures	80
doctor visit	233
endarterectomy	13
neck surgery	13
pelvic imaging	45
ultrasound (sonogram)	286
vascular procedures	389

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD.

**Gender**
Male	221
Female	211

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	337
Black	35
Hispanic	0
Asian	33
Other	14
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	188
From 75 to 84	144
85 and over	58
Less than 65	42

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD in 2017

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	48
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	53
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	34
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	41
Dementia	9
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD treated as a cardiothoracic surgeon in Seattle, WA during 2018 were vascular procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), dialysis access procedures and pelvic imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal imaging	48
dialysis access procedures	60
doctor visit	350
pelvic imaging	48
ultrasound (sonogram)	315
vascular procedures	427

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD.

**Gender**
Male	274
Female	259

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	410
Black	44
Hispanic	20
Asian	36
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	216
From 75 to 84	188
85 and over	65
Less than 65	64

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD in 2018

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	53
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	52
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	36
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	39
Dementia	10
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD treated as a cardiothoracic surgeon in Seattle, WA during 2019 were vascular procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), pelvic imaging and abdominal imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal imaging	47
dialysis access procedures	45
doctor visit	361
pelvic imaging	47
ultrasound (sonogram)	274
vascular procedures	354

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD.

**Gender**
Male	267
Female	241

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	370
Black	42
Hispanic	0
Asian	44
Other	29
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	203
From 75 to 84	175
85 and over	74
Less than 65	56

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	58
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	50
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	19
Heart Failure	39
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	38
Dementia	11
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD treated as a cardiothoracic surgeon in Seattle, WA during 2020 were vascular procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), pelvic imaging and abdominal imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal imaging	69
dialysis access procedures	37
doctor visit	280
hospital care	12
inpatient care	12
pelvic imaging	69
ultrasound (sonogram)	320
vascular procedures	436

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD.

**Gender**
Male	271
Female	239

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	407
Black	28
Hispanic	0
Asian	44
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	200
From 75 to 84	187
85 and over	83
Less than 65	40

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD in 2020

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	55
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	35
Dementia	12
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD treated as a cardiothoracic surgeon in Seattle, WA during 2021 were vascular procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), pelvic imaging and abdominal imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal imaging	46
dialysis access procedures	28
doctor visit	187
pelvic imaging	46
ultrasound (sonogram)	247
vascular procedures	338

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD.

**Gender**
Male	253
Female	178

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	341
Black	23
Hispanic	0
Asian	35
Other	21
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	170
From 75 to 84	174
85 and over	58
Less than 65	29

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD in 2021

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	56
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	49
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	31
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	34
Dementia	14
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD treated as a cardiothoracic surgeon in Seattle, WA during 2022 were vascular procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), pelvic imaging and abdominal imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal imaging	27
dialysis access procedures	25
doctor visit	279
pelvic imaging	27
ultrasound (sonogram)	241
vascular procedures	345

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD.

**Gender**
Male	270
Female	217

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	394
Black	25
Hispanic	0
Asian	31
Other	25
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	199
From 75 to 84	185
85 and over	70
Less than 65	33

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	18
Ischemic Heart Disease	45
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	27
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	32
Dementia	7
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD treated as a cardiothoracic surgeon in Seattle, WA during 2023 were vascular procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), pelvic imaging and abdominal imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal imaging	52
dialysis access procedures	27
doctor visit	317
pelvic imaging	52
ultrasound (sonogram)	281
vascular procedures	383

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD.

**Gender**
Male	279
Female	259

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	439
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	39
Other	31
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	170
From 75 to 84	228
85 and over	98
Less than 65	42

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD in 2023

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	18
Ischemic Heart Disease	46
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	26
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	31
Dementia	5
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2024 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD treated as a cardiothoracic surgeon in Seattle, WA during 2024 were vascular procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), pelvic imaging and abdominal imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal imaging	47
dialysis access procedures	46
doctor visit	343
pelvic imaging	47
ultrasound (sonogram)	299
vascular procedures	397

2024 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD.

**Gender**
Male	292
Female	242

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	426
Black	34
Hispanic	0
Asian	32
Other	27
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	199
From 75 to 84	218
85 and over	80
Less than 65	37

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD in 2024

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	20
Ischemic Heart Disease	46
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	25
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	32
Dementia	8
Cancer	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2024

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD treated as a cardiothoracic surgeon in Seattle, WA were vascular procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), inpatient care and hospital care.

abdominal imaging	41
anastomosis	21
catheterization	20
dialysis access procedures	40
doctor visit	337
endarterectomy	18
hospital care	45
inpatient care	45
minimally invasive procedures	14
neck surgery	18
pelvic imaging	41
stent placement (stenting)	14
tracheal (windpipe) procedures	12
ultrasound (sonogram)	260
vascular procedures	420
X-rays	16

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2024

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD.

**Gender**
Female	240
Male	277

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	37
Asian / Pacific Islander	26
Non-Hispanic White	395
Hispanic	20
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	11

**Age**
85 and over	73
75 to 84	180
Less than 65	60
65 to 74	203

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD From 2012 - 2024

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	13
Ischemic Heart Disease	47
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	10
Osteoporosis	8
Heart Failure	30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	34
Atrial Fibrillation	17
Dementia	9
Cancer	12

Education & Training

Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD graduated from McMaster University Faculty of Health Sciences in 1982. He completed residency at R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery and has a state license in North Carolina.

Medical School: McMaster University Faculty of Health Sciences (1982)

Residency: R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center

Board Certification: American Board of Surgery

Licensed In: North Carolina

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. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Humana PPO, Aetna PPO, Wellcare Medicare (HMO), CIGNA PPO, HealthSpring, HealthSmart PPO, Medicare Advantage, Humana Medicare Advantage, TriWest, Medicaid, Humana, United Healthcare Medicaid, OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health), United Healthcare PPO, Providence, Humana HMO, First Health, Kaiser Permanente, Molina Healthcare, Aetna Medicare PPO, Carelon PPO, Premera, Evernorth PPO, Seven Corners, Ambetter Casecade Select, Health Net Tricare, First Choice PPO, Regence BlueShield of Washington PPO and Pacific Medical Center TRICARE.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Humana PPO

Aetna PPO

Wellcare Medicare (HMO)

CIGNA PPO

HealthSpring

HealthSmart PPO

Medicare Advantage

Humana Medicare Advantage

TriWest

Medicaid

Humana

United Healthcare Medicaid

OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health)

United Healthcare PPO

Providence

Humana HMO

First Health

Kaiser Permanente

Molina Healthcare

Aetna Medicare PPO

Carelon PPO

Premera

Evernorth PPO

Seven Corners

Ambetter Casecade Select

Health Net Tricare

First Choice PPO

Regence BlueShield of Washington PPO

Pacific Medical Center TRICARE

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.92 out of 5 stars based on 477 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Seattle, WA.

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Overall Rating: 4.0 2025-11-06

Patient verified via Press Ganey

I spoke with a medical resident for the beginning of my appointment and he was through. When Dr Hayes joined us it appeared that he needed to catch up on where we were at with my history and the CT and Ultrasound. He somewhat rushed through things. I ultimately got the information I needed. I did have some questions on the US that was done after my appointment after the final report was posted and those were adequately addressed. First time I have seen him.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-08-23

Patient verified via Press Ganey

I left my consult with Dr. Hayes with a huge smile on my face - and not just because I didn't end up needing surgery. He really took the time to ask clarifying questions, listen to my history and explain what was happening in terms that a non-medical professional could understand. He made me feel like he really cares about my well-being which created trust and that's the backbone to a healthy doctor-patient relationship.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-11-08

Patient verified via Press Ganey

My foot has an open wound below my left ankle that has not been healing. I was able to get an appointment with Dr. Hayes very quickly which was very helpful because of a trip that I was planning. Dr. Hayes office was able to schedule me for additional tests very quickly. I really appreciate Dr. Hayes knowledge and his advice with my foot. I highly recommend him for any one with Vascular problems.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-08-30

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Dr. Hayes is so reassuring and calm and it made me feel safe in his care and gave me the confidence that everything would turn out fine. He's friendly yet professional and easy-going. He didn't use a bunch of "doctor speak" at me even though he was very knowledgeable and thorough and seemed very experienced and educated. I felt 100% confident in him as a surgeon when I left the appointment.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-03-01

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Most difficult part of the visit was finding the office. Met with Dr Hayes's resident first. She was very knowledgeable and professional. Met with both Dr Hayes and his resident, who went over my test results in a thorough and professional manner and answered all my questions. Very happy with the visit.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2026-03-17

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This was an annual test/consultation with Dr. Hayes to monitor a condition to see if I would need surgery. Dr. Hayes explained my condition, tests needed, and gave a clear explanation of the test results. The person who did the ultrasound was very kind, and concerned he didn't hurt me during the test.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2026-04-17

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Dr. Hayes and his staff were extremely knowledgeable and professional about vascular problems that I've been having with both of my legs. I had a vascular procedure done on my left leg recently to help my varicose veins. I was very pleased with the procedure. So far, everything is healing well.

Overall Rating: 4.0 2023-10-30

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Dr. Hayes had an internist working with him during my appointment. The internist interrupted me when I was speaking and did not seem very interested in hearing the answers to his questions. I found his manner insulting. Dr. Hayes was excellent. Respectful and helpful.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-03-18

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The ultrasound tech was friendly, kind, explained what she was going to do before she did it, and DIDN'T bruise me. She is a great asset to that office. Dr. Hayes answered all my questions about my aneurysms in a way that was easy for me to understand.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-08-03

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Dr. Hayes was very personable. He explained the surgery thoroughly and was kind enough to walk us to the elevator after our appointment. Dr. Hayes is an awesome doctor and I appreciate all the time he took with us explaining everything. Outstanding!

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Boston Scientific Corporation	$34,185 GENERAL - THERAPIES $12,843	GENERAL - VASCULAR INTERVENTION $5,999	GENERAL VASCULAR INTERVENTION $2,806	GENERAL THERAPIES $737	General - Structural Heart $258	Other $11,542
ShockWave Medical, Inc	$19,587 SHOCKWAVE IVL SYSTEM WITH THE SHOCKWAVE C2 CORONARY IVL CATHETER $19,413	Shockwave Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL) System with the Shockwave E8 Peripher $122	SHOCKWAVE MEDICAL L6 INTRAVASCULAR LITHOTRIPSY (IVL) CATHETER $28	SHOCKWAVE INTRAVASCULAR LITHOTRIPSY (IVL) SYSTEM WITH THE SHOCKWAVE M5+ $24
Abbott Laboratories	$17,044 Xience V coronary stent system $7,459	Supera peripheral stent system $2,306	Perclose ProGlide suture mediated closure system $2,130	Emboshield NAV6 system $1,857	Vascular $1,765	Other $1,527
Globus Medical, Inc.	$11,574 CORBEL $11,574
W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.	$3,544 GORE TAG Thoracic Endoprosthesis $1,109	TAG Thoracic Endoprosthesis $781	VIABAHN Endoprosthesis $417	VIABAHN Endoprosthesis with Hep $391	GORE TAG Thoracic Branch Endoprosthesis $209	Other $636
Other	$19,029 Edwards SAPIEN 3 Transcatheter Heart Valve $1,754	Endurant $1,508	Cook Medical Advanced Tech $1,307	ENROUTE 0.014 Guidewire $986	Valiant Captivia $901	Other $12,573

**Types of Payments**
Consulting Fee	$43,290
Travel and Lodging	$28,205
Food and Beverage	$23,982
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$9,350
Education	$135

Research Payments

Dr. Paul Gregory Hayes, MD has received 2 research payments totaling $1,800.

Biography

Dr. Paul Hayes is a specialist in vascular surgery and cardiothoracic surgery. He works in Seattle, WA. Dr. Hayes attended McMaster University Faculty of Health Sciences and then went on to complete his residency at R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, Newton-Wellesley Hospital, and a hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto. Areas of expertise for Dr. Hayes include iliac artery aneurysm, thoracoabdominal aneurysm (TAA), and splenic artery aneurysm (SAA). He is rated 5.0 stars (out of 5) by his patients. Dr. Hayes seems to be an in-network provider for HealthSmart, Coventry, and CIGNA Plans, as well as other insurance carriers. He is affiliated with Swedish Edmonds Campus, Providence, and Swedish Cherry Hill Campus. According to Providence, new patients are welcome to contact his office in Seattle, WA.