Dr. Christian Christensen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lexington, Kentucky. In 2023, Dr. Christensen performed 193 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#1 in Kentucky) and 68 hip replacements, for a combined total of 261 procedures.
With 261 total procedures, Dr. Christensen ranks in the top 2% of orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky, where the average surgeon performs 62 Medicare-verified procedures per year. That is more than 4x the statewide average.
Dr. Christensen's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (193 cases) and hip replacements (68 cases).
Lexington is home to 23 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lexington area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Christensen
How does Dr. Christensen's procedure volume compare to other Kentucky surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Christensen performed 261 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 4x the Kentucky average of 62 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Christensen ranks #3 out of 127 orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Christensen perform?
Dr. Christensen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (193 cases) and hip replacement (68 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Christensen with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Christensen ranks #1 in Kentucky for knee replacement with 193 Medicare-verified procedures in 2023. This high ranking among 127 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Christensen in Lexington?
Yes. There are 23 orthopedic surgeons in Lexington 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 Kentucky surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Christensen 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. Christensen's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 261 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Lexington, Kentucky
Compare Dr. Christensen's volume with other surgeons practicing in Lexington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Tharun Karthikeyan | 200 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Denehy | 117 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wallace Huff | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Selby | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Donegan | 79 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Gregory D'angelo | 75 | Hip, Knee |
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