Dr. Christian Heywood, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Christian Heywood is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Capitola, California. In 2023, Dr. Heywood completed 32 hip replacements (#139 in California), 28 knee replacements, and 22 shoulder replacements — 82 total Medicare-verified procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in California.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Hip Replacement
32 verified cases
#139 in California
Knee Replacement
28 verified cases
#262 in California
Shoulder Replacement
22 verified cases
#51 in California

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Heywood

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (82 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Heywood, 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: 831-475-4024
4140 Jade St Ste 100
Capitola, CA 95010
NPI: 1942469952
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 18 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
âš― Sports medicine specialist
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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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