Dr. Christopher Forthman, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Christopher Forthman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lutherville, Maryland. In 2023, Dr. Forthman performed 45 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #11 in Maryland. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Shoulder Replacement
45 verified cases
#11 in Maryland

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Forthman

Medicare volume represents only a portion of a surgeon's practice.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Forthman, I see your Medicare volume is lower—what percentage of your practice is private insurance or sports medicine? Approximately how many total joint replacements do you perform annually?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 410-296-6232
1400 Front Ave
Lutherville, MD 21093
NPI: 1124059779
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 20 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

Other Top Maryland Orthopedic Surgeons

Dr. Christopher Cannova - Bethesda 361 procedures
Dr. Paul King - Annapolis 310 procedures
Dr. Joseph Ciotola - Baltimore 304 procedures
Dr. James MacDonald - Annapolis 258 procedures

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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.
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