Dr. Christoph Fuchs, M.D.
Contact & Location
Jeffersonville, IN 47130
Dr. Christoph Fuchs is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Jeffersonville, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2014, Dr. Fuchs has completed 22 knee replacements (#142 in Indiana), 17 shoulder replacements, and 12 hip replacements, totaling 51 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Fuchs performs below average in knee (22 vs 41 avg), below average in shoulder (17 vs 23 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Fuchs performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (22 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (17) and hip replacements (12).
Jeffersonville is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Jeffersonville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Fuchs extend back to 2020, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 51 in the most recent data, a 325% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Fuchs's 22 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. Fuchs Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Fuchs's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 325% from 12 procedures in 2020 to 51 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. Fuchs
How does Dr. Fuchs's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Fuchs has performed 51 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Fuchs ranks #113 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Fuchs perform?
Dr. Fuchs performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (22 cases), shoulder replacement (17 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Fuchs in Jeffersonville?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Jeffersonville 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 Indiana surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Fuchs 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. Fuchs's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 51 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Fuchs's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Fuchs's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2020 to 51 in the most recent data, a 325% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 52 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Fuchs perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Fuchs's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases), shoulder replacement (17 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Fuchs among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Fuchs affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Fuchs is affiliated with Norton Clark Hospital, Norton Scott Hospital.
How does Dr. Fuchs compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Jeffersonville?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Jeffersonville, Dr. Fuchs ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Fuchs is among the highest-volume surgeons in Jeffersonville.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Fuchs practices?
Norton Clark Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Norton Scott Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Jeffersonville, Indiana
Dr. Fuchs's 51 Medicare procedures are below the Jeffersonville average of 61. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Jeffersonville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Lindner | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brent Walz | 66 | Hip, Knee |
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