Dr. Craig Wiseman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Wiseman has performed 44 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#162 in California) and 15 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 59 procedures.
Dr. Wiseman's 59 Medicare procedures are near the California median of 42. The state has 608 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Wiseman's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 75% of reported Medicare volume.
Walnut Creek is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Walnut Creek area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Wiseman
How does Dr. Wiseman's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Wiseman has performed 59 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Wiseman ranks #224 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wiseman perform?
Dr. Wiseman's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (44 cases) and shoulder replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Wiseman in Walnut Creek?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Walnut Creek in the current Medicare dataset. Patients can compare procedure volumes and specializations to choose the surgeon who best fits their needs. Use the state page to view all California surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Wiseman 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. Wiseman's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 59 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Walnut Creek, California
Compare Dr. Wiseman's volume with other surgeons practicing in Walnut Creek.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Louay Toma | 238 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wendy Wong | 169 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Kronick | 96 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sean Griffiths | 90 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Workman | 15 | Knee |
| Dr. Michael Michlitsch | 15 | Shoulder |
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