Dr. Christopher Meyer, M.D.
Contact & Location
952-442-2163
Waconia, MN 55387
Dr. Meyer performs more knee replacement procedures than 90% of orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #14 of 144 ranked knee surgeons in Minnesota.
About Dr. Meyer
Dr. Christopher Meyer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Waconia, Minnesota. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Meyer performed 62 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#14 in Minnesota) and 25 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 87 procedures.
In Minnesota, Dr. Meyer performs well above the state average in knee (62 vs 30), near the state average in hip (25 vs 26).
Dr. Meyer's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (62 cases) and hip replacements (25 cases).
Waconia is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Waconia area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Meyer extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 48 to 87 in the most recent data, a 81% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Meyer's 62 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 17 | 31 | 0 |
| 2014 | 15 | 30 | 0 |
| 2015 | 12 | 24 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 34 | 0 |
| 2017 | 12 | 30 | 0 |
| 2018 | 14 | 33 | 0 |
| 2019 | 29 | 65 | 0 |
| 2020 | 34 | 58 | 11 |
| 2021 | 31 | 65 | 0 |
| 2022 | 21 | 56 | 0 |
| 2023 | 33 | 66 | 0 |
| 2024 | 25 | 62 | 0 |
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. 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. Meyer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Minnesota state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Meyer's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 81% from 48 procedures in 2013 to 87 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 Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Meyer
How does Dr. Meyer's procedure volume compare to other Minnesota surgeons?
Dr. Meyer has performed 87 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Minnesota average of 43 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Meyer ranks #21 out of 187 orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Meyer perform?
Dr. Meyer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (62 cases) and hip replacement (25 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Meyer with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Meyer ranks #14 in Minnesota for knee replacement with 62 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 187 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Meyer in Waconia?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Waconia 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. Meyer 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, which puts Dr. Meyer's total volume across all insurers at roughly 300 to 370 procedures against the 87 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. Meyer's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Meyer's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 48 procedures in 2013 to 87 in the most recent data, a 81% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 103 procedures in 2020.
Does Dr. Meyer perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Meyer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (62 cases), hip replacement (25 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Meyer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Meyer is affiliated with Ridgeview Medical Center, Hutchinson Health, Ridgeview Sibley Medical Center, Glencoe Regional Health, Meeker Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Meyer compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Waconia?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Waconia, Dr. Meyer ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Meyer has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Meyer practices?
Ridgeview Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Hutchinson Health (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Waconia, Minnesota
Dr. Meyer's 87 Medicare procedures are above the Waconia average of 49. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Waconia.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Peter Sanders | 47 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Eggert | 12 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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