Dr. Christian Dee, M.D.
Contact & Location
508-273-1980
Wareham, MA 02571
Dr. Dee performs more hip replacement procedures than 28% of orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #87 of 121 ranked hip surgeons in Massachusetts.
About Dr. Dee
Practice. Dr. Christian Dee is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wareham, Massachusetts. The latest annual CMS data records 22 hip replacements and 17 knee replacements, 39 procedures in all. That is #87 in Massachusetts for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 11 years. Volume rose from 11 procedures a year to 39, up 255%.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 22 procedures is below the national average of 36. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 11 |
| 2014 | 0 | 22 |
| 2015 | 0 | 17 |
| 2016 | 0 | 23 |
| 2017 | 0 | 16 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 13 | 22 |
| 2020 | 14 | 15 |
| 2021 | 11 | 11 |
| 2022 | 19 | 20 |
| 2023 | 13 | 17 |
| 2024 | 22 | 17 |
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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee 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. Dee Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Massachusetts state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dee's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 255% from 11 procedures in 2013 to 39 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 Hip Replacement
If you are considering hip replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
Understanding the progression from conservative treatments to surgical intervention, and how to determine when hip replacement becomes the right choice.
Questions to Ask Your Surgeon Before Joint ReplacementA practical checklist of questions covering experience, technique, hospital choice, and recovery expectations to discuss during your surgical consultation.
Home Safety: Creating Your Recovery SanctuaryRoom-by-room modifications, equipment recommendations, and fall-prevention strategies to prepare your home for a safe post-surgical recovery.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after hip replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full hip replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Dee
How does Dr. Dee's procedure volume compare to other Massachusetts surgeons?
Dr. Dee has performed 39 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Massachusetts average is 74 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Dee ranks #119 out of 203 orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dee perform?
Dr. Dee's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (22 cases) and knee replacement (17 cases).
Where is Dr. Dee's practice located?
Dr. Dee practices in Wareham, Massachusetts. The office is located at One Recovery Road, Wareham, MA 02571. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Dee for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Dee 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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Dee's total volume across all insurers at roughly 130 to 160 procedures against the 39 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. Dee's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Dee's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2013 to 39 in the most recent data, a 255% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 39 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Dee perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Dee's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (22 cases), knee replacement (17 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dee affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dee is affiliated with Southcoast Hospital Group, Inc.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dee practices?
Southcoast Hospital Group, Inc (4 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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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