Dr. Christopher Mudd, M.D.
Contact & Location
314-569-0612
Saint Louis, MO 63131
Dr. Mudd performs more knee replacement procedures than 87% of orthopedic surgeons in Missouri, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #21 of 166 ranked knee surgeons in Missouri.
About Dr. Mudd
Practice. Dr. Christopher Mudd is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Saint Louis, Missouri. The latest annual CMS data records 76 knee replacements and 56 hip replacements, 132 procedures in all. That is #21 in Missouri for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 13 procedures a year to 132, up 915%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 76 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Saint Louis has 57 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Mudd also holds hospital privileges in MO and IL, a practice that extends beyond Missouri.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 13 | 0 |
| 2014 | 16 | 0 |
| 2015 | 28 | 30 |
| 2016 | 22 | 29 |
| 2017 | 38 | 41 |
| 2018 | 35 | 34 |
| 2019 | 35 | 40 |
| 2020 | 36 | 37 |
| 2021 | 38 | 60 |
| 2022 | 59 | 60 |
| 2023 | 44 | 86 |
| 2024 | 56 | 76 |
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. Mudd Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Mudd's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 915% from 13 procedures in 2013 to 132 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Mudd
How does Dr. Mudd's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Mudd has performed 132 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Missouri average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Mudd ranks #20 out of 204 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Mudd perform?
Dr. Mudd's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (76 cases) and hip replacement (56 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Mudd in Saint Louis?
Yes. There are 57 orthopedic surgeons in Saint Louis 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. Mudd 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. Mudd's total volume across all insurers at roughly 440 to 550 procedures against the 132 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. Mudd's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Mudd's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2013 to 132 in the most recent data, a 915% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 132 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Mudd perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Mudd's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (76 cases), hip replacement (56 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Mudd affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Mudd is affiliated with Missouri Baptist Medical Center, St Lukes Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital. Dr. Mudd maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Mudd compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Saint Louis?
Among the 57 orthopedic surgeons in Saint Louis, Dr. Mudd ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Saint Louis has 279 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Mudd practices?
Missouri Baptist Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Lukes Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital (5 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 Saint Louis, Missouri
Dr. Mudd's 132 Medicare procedures are below the Saint Louis average of 160. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Saint Louis.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ryan Nunley | 279 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Palmer | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Hubbard | 144 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Coles L'hommedieu | 139 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ilya Bendich | 137 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tyler Calkins | 126 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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