Dr. Christie Heikes, M.D.
Contact & Location
952-456-7000
Edina, MN 55435
Dr. Heikes performs more knee replacement procedures than 16% of orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #120 of 144 ranked knee surgeons in Minnesota.
About Dr. Heikes
Practice. Dr. Christie Heikes is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Edina, Minnesota. The latest annual CMS data records 14 knee replacements. That is #120 in Minnesota for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2019 to 2024, 6 years. Volume has held between 12 and 23 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 14 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Edina has 22 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 | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 23 |
| 2022 | 16 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 14 |
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. 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. Heikes Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Minnesota state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Heikes's procedure volume has been consistent across 6 years of Medicare data, ranging from 12 to 23 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Heikes
How does Dr. Heikes's procedure volume compare to other Minnesota surgeons?
Dr. Heikes has performed 14 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Minnesota average is 43 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Heikes ranks #163 out of 187 orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Heikes perform?
Dr. Heikes's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 14 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Heikes in Edina?
Yes. There are 22 orthopedic surgeons in Edina 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 Minnesota surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Heikes 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, which puts Dr. Heikes's total volume across all insurers at roughly 50 to 60 procedures against the 14 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. Heikes's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Heikes's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 6 years of Medicare data, ranging from 12 to 23 procedures per year between 2019 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Heikes affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Heikes is affiliated with Ridgeview Medical Center, Fairview Hospital University.
How does Dr. Heikes compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Edina?
Among the 22 orthopedic surgeons in Edina, Dr. Heikes ranks #19 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Edina has 145 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Heikes practices?
Ridgeview Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Fairview Hospital University (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 Edina, Minnesota
Dr. Heikes's 14 Medicare procedures are below the Edina average of 74. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Edina.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Mark Heller | 145 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Anseth | 116 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bishoy Gad | 76 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Tuttle | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Allan Hunt | 61 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Loren Vorlicky | 38 | Hip, Knee |
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