How do I contact Dr. Christopher Palmer?

You can contact Dr. Christopher Palmer at 314-849-0311. The practice is located at 12639 Old Tesson Rd Ste 115 in Saint Louis, Missouri.

What procedures does Dr. Christopher Palmer specialize in?

Dr. Christopher Palmer is an orthopedic surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri specializing in joint replacement procedures. Medicare data shows procedures performed including hip replacement, knee replacement.

How many Medicare procedures has Dr. Christopher Palmer performed?

According to Medicare data, Dr. Christopher Palmer has performed 121 joint replacement procedures. This represents Medicare fee-for-service cases and accounts for approximately 33-37% of all procedures nationwide.

What is Dr. Christopher Palmer's ranking in Missouri?

Dr. Christopher Palmer is ranked #22 overall in Missouri for orthopedic procedure volume based on Medicare data.

Does Dr. Christopher Palmer accept new patients?

To find out if Dr. Christopher Palmer is accepting new patients, please contact the office directly at 314-849-0311. Most orthopedic surgeons require a referral from your primary care physician.

Dr. Christopher Palmer, D.O.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Christopher Palmer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Saint Louis, Missouri. In 2023, Dr. Palmer performed 93 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#12 in Missouri) and 28 hip replacements (#38 in Missouri), for a combined total of 121 procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Missouri.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement

93 verified cases

#12 in Missouri

Hip Replacement

28 verified cases

#38 in Missouri

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Palmer

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (121 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Palmer, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 314-849-0311

12639 Old Tesson Rd Ste 115
Saint Louis, MO 63128

NPI: 1922362565

Credentials: D.O.

✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)

📅 14 years of practice experience

🎓 Licensed D.O.

🏥 Licensed surgical specialist

🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon

📞 Contact information available

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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Dr. Christopher Palmer, D.O.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

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Contact & Location

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