Dr. Christopher Owens, M.D.
Contact & Location
574-534-2548
Goshen, IN 46526
Dr. Owens performs more knee replacement procedures than 60% of orthopedic surgeons in Indiana, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #74 of 188 ranked knee surgeons in Indiana.
About Dr. Owens
Practice. Dr. Christopher Owens is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Goshen, Indiana. The latest annual CMS data records 41 knee replacements, 12 hip replacements, and 12 shoulder replacements, 65 procedures in all. That is #74 in Indiana for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2014 to 2024, 10 years. Volume rose from 12 procedures a year to 65, up 442%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 41 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Goshen has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 22 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| 2018 | 11 | 0 | 12 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 2020 | 16 | 14 | 0 |
| 2021 | 12 | 0 | 13 |
| 2022 | 0 | 21 | 11 |
| 2023 | 0 | 17 | 0 |
| 2024 | 12 | 41 | 12 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Owens Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Owens's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 442% from 12 procedures in 2014 to 65 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Owens
How does Dr. Owens's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Owens has performed 65 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Owens ranks #82 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Owens perform?
Dr. Owens performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (41 cases), hip replacement (12 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Owens in Goshen?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Goshen 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. Owens represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Owens's total volume across all insurers at roughly 220 to 270 procedures against the 65 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Owens's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Owens's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2014 to 65 in the most recent data, a 442% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 65 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Owens perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Owens's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (41 cases), hip replacement (12 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Owens among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Owens affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Owens is affiliated with Goshen Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Owens practices?
Goshen Hospital (2 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 Goshen, Indiana
Dr. Owens's 65 Medicare procedures are above the Goshen average of 39. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Goshen.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bryan Boyer | 12 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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