Dr. Christopher Patton, M.D.
Contact & Location
270-782-7800
Bowling Green, KY 42103
Dr. Patton performs more knee replacement procedures than 89% of orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #11 of 103 ranked knee surgeons in Kentucky.
About Dr. Patton
Practice. Dr. Christopher Patton is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The latest annual CMS data records 88 knee replacements, 28 hip replacements, and 11 shoulder replacements, 127 procedures in all. That is #11 in Kentucky for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 91 procedures a year to 127, up 40%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 88 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Bowling Green has 8 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 | 35 | 56 | 0 |
| 2014 | 41 | 44 | 12 |
| 2015 | 35 | 64 | 0 |
| 2016 | 26 | 88 | 0 |
| 2017 | 39 | 68 | 11 |
| 2018 | 34 | 68 | 0 |
| 2019 | 34 | 85 | 13 |
| 2020 | 29 | 47 | 0 |
| 2021 | 33 | 52 | 0 |
| 2022 | 32 | 62 | 0 |
| 2023 | 49 | 82 | 13 |
| 2024 | 28 | 88 | 11 |
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. Patton Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kentucky state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Patton's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 40% from 91 procedures in 2013 to 127 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Patton
How does Dr. Patton's procedure volume compare to other Kentucky surgeons?
Dr. Patton has performed 127 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Kentucky average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Patton ranks #15 out of 128 orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Patton perform?
Dr. Patton performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (88 cases), hip replacement (28 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Patton with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Patton ranks #11 in Kentucky for knee replacement with 88 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 128 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Patton in Bowling Green?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Bowling Green 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. Patton 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. Patton's total volume across all insurers at roughly 430 to 530 procedures against the 127 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. Patton's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Patton's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 91 procedures in 2013 to 127 in the most recent data, a 40% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 144 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Patton perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Patton's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (88 cases), hip replacement (28 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Patton among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Patton affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Patton is affiliated with Tristar Greenview Regional Hospital, T J Samson Community Hospital, The Medical Center At Scottsville, Monroe County Medical Center, The Medical Center At Franklin.
How does Dr. Patton compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bowling Green?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Bowling Green, Dr. Patton ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Patton has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Patton practices?
Tristar Greenview Regional Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); T J Samson Community Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Bowling Green, Kentucky
Dr. Patton's 127 Medicare procedures are above the Bowling Green average of 73. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bowling Green.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kirk Fee | 98 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Spencer Romine | 83 | Shoulder |
| Dr. James Heltsley | 68 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Sameer Badarudeen | 52 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Richards | 43 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Robert Riley | 42 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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