Dr. Christopher Warne, MD
Contact & Location
Boise, ID 83702
Dr. Christopher Warne is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Boise, Idaho. Dr. Warne has performed 24 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #33 in Idaho.
In Idaho, Dr. Warne performs below average in knee (24 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Warne's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 24 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Boise is home to 18 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Boise area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Warne first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Warne's 24 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Warne Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Idaho state average.
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Warne
How does Dr. Warne's procedure volume compare to other Idaho surgeons?
Dr. Warne has performed 24 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Idaho average is 57 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Warne ranks #51 out of 70 orthopedic surgeons in Idaho.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Warne perform?
Dr. Warne's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 24 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Warne in Boise?
Yes. There are 18 orthopedic surgeons in Boise 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 Idaho surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Warne 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. Warne's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 24 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Warne affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Warne is affiliated with St Luke'S Regional Medical Center, St Luke'S Nampa Medical Center.
How does Dr. Warne compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Boise?
Among the 18 orthopedic surgeons in Boise, Dr. Warne ranks #12 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Boise has 177 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Warne practices?
St Luke'S Regional Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Luke'S Nampa Medical Center (4 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Boise, Idaho
Dr. Warne's 24 Medicare procedures are below the Boise average of 108. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Boise.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jenny Jin | 177 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Colin Poole | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ronald Kristensen | 149 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffry Menzner | 103 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Daines | 86 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathan Vaux | 59 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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