Hip
Dr. Brett Crist, MD
Dr. Brett Crist is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Columbia, Missouri. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Crist has performed 28 Medicare-verified hip replacements, ranking #37 in Missouri.
In Missouri, Dr. Crist performs near average in hip (28 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Crist's Medicare data shows a focused hip replacement practice with 28 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Columbia is home to 17 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Columbia area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Crist extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 28 in the most recent data, a 115% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Crist's 28 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
How Dr. Crist Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Contact & Location
Columbia, MO 65212
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Crist's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 115% from 13 procedures in 2013 to 28 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. Crist
How does Dr. Crist's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Crist has performed 28 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Missouri average is 56 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Crist ranks #133 out of 199 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Crist perform?
Dr. Crist's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 28 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Crist in Columbia?
Yes. There are 17 orthopedic surgeons in Columbia 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 Missouri surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Crist represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Crist's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 28 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Crist's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Crist's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2013 to 28 in the most recent data, a 115% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 39 procedures in 2022.
Which hospitals is Dr. Crist affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Crist is affiliated with University Of Missouri Health Care, Lake Regional Health System.
How does Dr. Crist compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Columbia?
Among the 17 orthopedic surgeons in Columbia, Dr. Crist ranks #13 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Columbia has 219 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Crist practices?
University Of Missouri Health Care (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Lake Regional Health System (4 out of 5 CMS stars, 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 Columbia, Missouri
Dr. Crist's 28 Medicare procedures are below the Columbia average of 117. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Columbia.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Samuel Thompson | 219 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kurt Bormann | 141 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Alan Anz | 140 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Aleto | 112 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ajay Aggarwal | 90 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Keeney | 86 | Hip, Knee |
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