Dr. Jesse Chrastil, M.D.
Dr. Jesse Chrastil is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Golden, Colorado. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Chrastil has performed 96 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#12 in Colorado) and 80 hip replacements, for a combined total of 176 procedures.
In Colorado, Dr. Chrastil performs above average in knee (96 vs 49 avg), well above average in hip (80 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Chrastil's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (96 cases) and hip replacements (80 cases).
Golden is home to 16 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Golden area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Chrastil extend back to 2021, covering 3 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 81 to 176 in the most recent data, a 117% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Chrastil's 96 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
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. Chrastil Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
Contact & Location
Golden, CO 80401
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Chrastil's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 117% from 81 procedures in 2021 to 176 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. Chrastil
How does Dr. Chrastil's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Chrastil has performed 176 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Colorado average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Chrastil ranks #9 out of 165 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Chrastil perform?
Dr. Chrastil's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (96 cases) and hip replacement (80 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Chrastil with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Chrastil ranks #12 in Colorado for knee replacement with 96 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 165 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Chrastil in Golden?
Yes. There are 16 orthopedic surgeons in Golden 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 Colorado surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Chrastil 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. Chrastil's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 176 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Chrastil's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Chrastil's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 81 procedures in 2021 to 176 in the most recent data, a 117% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 176 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Chrastil perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Chrastil's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (96 cases), hip replacement (80 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Chrastil affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Chrastil is affiliated with Orthocolorado Hosp At St Anthony Med Campus, Hca Healthone Aurora, Adventhealth Littleton, St Anthony Hospital.
How does Dr. Chrastil compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Golden?
Among the 16 orthopedic surgeons in Golden, Dr. Chrastil ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Chrastil has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Chrastil practices?
Orthocolorado Hosp At St Anthony Med Campus (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Hca Healthone Aurora (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Adventhealth Littleton (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Golden, Colorado
Dr. Chrastil's 176 Medicare procedures are above the Golden average of 98. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Golden.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Thomas | 120 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeremy Kinder | 103 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Peter Lammens | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Peter Gold | 64 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nimesh Patel | 62 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joshua Shapiro | 61 | Hip, Knee |
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