Dr. Christopher Deans, M.D.
Contact & Location
804-389-1025
Indianapolis, IN 46202
About Dr. Deans
Dr. Christopher Deans is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Indianapolis, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2016, Dr. Deans performed 41 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#73 in Indiana) and 30 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 71 procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Deans performs near the state average in knee (41 vs 41), near the state average in hip (30 vs 31).
Dr. Deans's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (41 cases) and hip replacements (30 cases).
Indianapolis is home to 30 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Indianapolis area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Deans first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Deans's 41 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 2 years: 56 procedures in 2023 and 71 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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. Deans Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Deans has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Deans
How does Dr. Deans's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Deans has performed 71 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Deans ranks #62 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Deans perform?
Dr. Deans's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (41 cases) and hip replacement (30 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Deans in Indianapolis?
Yes. There are 30 orthopedic surgeons in Indianapolis 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. Deans 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. Deans's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 71 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Deans perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Deans's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (41 cases), hip replacement (30 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Deans affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Deans is affiliated with The Nebraska Medical Center, Bellevue Medical Center, Memorial Community Hospital & Health System. Dr. Deans maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Deans compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Indianapolis?
Among the 30 orthopedic surgeons in Indianapolis, Dr. Deans ranks #14 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Indianapolis has 162 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Deans practices?
The Nebraska Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Bellevue Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Memorial Community Hospital & Health System (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 Indianapolis, Indiana
Dr. Deans's 71 Medicare procedures are below the Indianapolis average of 120. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Indianapolis.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. George Vestermark | 162 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joshua Carter | 146 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Gerow | 127 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Meneghini | 123 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Pomeroy | 108 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Millikan | 105 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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