Dr. Craig Erekson, MD
Contact & Location
Elkhart, IN 46514
Dr. Craig Erekson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Elkhart, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Erekson has completed 43 knee replacements (#65 in Indiana), 28 hip replacements, and 27 shoulder replacements, totaling 98 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Erekson performs near average in knee (43 vs 41 avg), near average in hip (28 vs 31 avg), near average in shoulder (27 vs 23 avg).
Dr. Erekson performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (43 cases), followed by hip replacements (28) and shoulder replacements (27).
Elkhart is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Elkhart area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Erekson extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 43 to 98 in the most recent data, a 128% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Erekson's 43 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Erekson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Erekson's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 128% from 43 procedures in 2013 to 98 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Erekson
How does Dr. Erekson's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Erekson has performed 98 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Erekson ranks #33 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Erekson perform?
Dr. Erekson performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (43 cases), hip replacement (28 cases), shoulder replacement (27 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Erekson in Elkhart?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Elkhart 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. Erekson 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. Erekson's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 98 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Erekson's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Erekson's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 43 procedures in 2013 to 98 in the most recent data, a 128% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 114 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Erekson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Erekson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (43 cases), hip replacement (28 cases), shoulder replacement (27 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Erekson among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
How does Dr. Erekson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Elkhart?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Elkhart, Dr. Erekson ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Erekson has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Elkhart, Indiana
Dr. Erekson's 98 Medicare procedures are above the Elkhart average of 52. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Elkhart.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jacob Hinkley | 80 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jon Smucker | 17 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Kyle Schultz | 11 | Hip |
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