Dr. Christopher Hamilton, M.D.
Contact & Location
623-374-7774
Surprise, AZ 90025
About Dr. Hamilton
Dr. Christopher Hamilton is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Surprise, Arizona. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Hamilton performed 26 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#68 in Arizona) and 15 knee replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 41 procedures.
In Arizona, Dr. Hamilton performs below the state average in hip (26 vs 40), below the state average in knee (15 vs 49).
Dr. Hamilton's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (26 cases) and knee replacements (15 cases).
Dr. Hamilton is the only orthopedic surgeon in Surprise represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Hamilton extend back to 2021, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 32 to 41 in the most recent data, a 28% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Hamilton's 26 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 19 | 13 |
| 2022 | 13 | 0 |
| 2023 | 24 | 17 |
| 2024 | 26 | 15 |
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. Hamilton Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arizona state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hamilton's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 28% from 32 procedures in 2021 to 41 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Hamilton
How does Dr. Hamilton's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
Dr. Hamilton has performed 41 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Arizona average is 72 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Hamilton ranks #114 out of 191 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hamilton perform?
Dr. Hamilton's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (26 cases) and knee replacement (15 cases).
Where is Dr. Hamilton's practice located?
Dr. Hamilton practices in Surprise, Arizona. The office is located at 14780 W Mountain View Blvd, Surprise, AZ 90025. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Hamilton for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Hamilton 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. Hamilton's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 41 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Hamilton's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hamilton's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 32 procedures in 2021 to 41 in the most recent data, a 28% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 41 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Hamilton perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hamilton's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (26 cases), knee replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Patient Resources & Verification
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