Dr. Christopher Krpan, DO
Contact & Location
209-736-1147
Angels Camp, CA 95222
About Dr. Krpan
Dr. Christopher Krpan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Angels Camp, California. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Krpan performed 58 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#114 in California) and 45 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 103 procedures.
In California, Dr. Krpan performs above the state average in knee (58 vs 47), near the state average in hip (45 vs 41).
Dr. Krpan's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (58 cases) and hip replacements (45 cases).
Dr. Krpan is the only orthopedic surgeon in Angels Camp 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. Krpan extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 18 to 103 in the most recent data, a 472% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Krpan's 58 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 18 |
| 2014 | 0 | 17 |
| 2015 | 0 | 17 |
| 2016 | 0 | 26 |
| 2017 | 0 | 23 |
| 2018 | 0 | 16 |
| 2019 | 15 | 28 |
| 2020 | 17 | 23 |
| 2021 | 16 | 35 |
| 2022 | 25 | 44 |
| 2023 | 22 | 55 |
| 2024 | 45 | 58 |
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. Krpan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Krpan's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 472% from 18 procedures in 2013 to 103 in the most recent data.
Hospital Affiliations & Quality
Quality ratings and complication rates are hospital-level metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon performance. Star ratings updated quarterly. Complication data covers a rolling 3-year period.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Krpan
How does Dr. Krpan's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Krpan has performed 103 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the California average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Krpan ranks #109 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Krpan perform?
Dr. Krpan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (58 cases) and hip replacement (45 cases).
Where is Dr. Krpan's practice located?
Dr. Krpan practices in Angels Camp, California. The office is located at 1300 Kurt Dr, Angels Camp, CA 95222. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Krpan for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Krpan 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. Krpan's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 103 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Krpan's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Krpan's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 18 procedures in 2013 to 103 in the most recent data, a 472% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 103 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Krpan perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Krpan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (58 cases), hip replacement (45 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Krpan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Krpan is affiliated with Adventist Health Sonora, Mark Twain Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Krpan practices?
Adventist Health Sonora (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Mark Twain Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
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