Dr. Christopher Defalco is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Indianapolis, Indiana. Dr. Defalco has performed 15 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#176 in Indiana) and 15 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 30 procedures.
Dr. Defalco has recorded 30 Medicare fee-for-service procedures. Medicare data represents approximately one-third of all joint replacements nationwide, so these counts reflect only a portion of a surgeon's full practice. Indiana has 222 orthopedic surgeons in the current dataset.
Dr. Defalco's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (15 cases) and shoulder replacements (15 cases).
Indianapolis is home to 34 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.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Defalco
How does Dr. Defalco's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Defalco has performed 30 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Indiana average is 60 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Defalco ranks #151 out of 222 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Defalco perform?
Dr. Defalco's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (15 cases) and shoulder replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Defalco in Indianapolis?
Yes. There are 34 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. Defalco 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. Defalco's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 30 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Indianapolis, Indiana
Compare Dr. Defalco's volume with other surgeons practicing in Indianapolis.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Meneghini | 153 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Pomeroy | 149 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. George Vestermark | 142 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joshua Carter | 132 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Williams | 131 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Millikan | 122 | Hip, Knee |
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