Dr. Christoph Fuchs is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Jeffersonville, Indiana. In 2023, Dr. Fuchs completed 25 knee replacements (#132 in Indiana), 15 shoulder replacements, and 12 hip replacements — totaling 52 Medicare-verified procedures.
Dr. Fuchs's 52 Medicare procedures are near the Indiana median of 46. The state has 222 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. 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 (25 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (15) and hip replacements (12).
Jeffersonville is home to 4 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.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Fuchs
How does Dr. Fuchs's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Fuchs performed 52 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Fuchs ranks #103 out of 222 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Fuchs perform?
Dr. Fuchs performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (25 cases), shoulder replacement (15 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 4 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 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, 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 52 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Jeffersonville, Indiana
Compare Dr. Fuchs's volume with other surgeons practicing in Jeffersonville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Lindner | 73 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brent Walz | 71 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Bauer | 11 | Knee |
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