Dr. Christopher Schaefer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Saint Joseph, Missouri. Dr. Schaefer has performed 12 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #152 in Missouri.
Dr. Schaefer has recorded 12 Medicare fee-for-service procedures. Medicare data represents approximately one-third of all joint replacements nationwide, so these counts reflect only a portion of a surgeon's full practice. Missouri has 199 orthopedic surgeons in the current dataset.
Dr. Schaefer's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 12 verified procedures in 2023. 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.
Saint Joseph is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Saint Joseph area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Schaefer
How does Dr. Schaefer's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Schaefer has performed 12 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. Schaefer ranks #196 out of 199 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Schaefer perform?
Dr. Schaefer's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 12 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Schaefer in Saint Joseph?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Saint Joseph 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. Schaefer 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. Schaefer's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 12 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Saint Joseph, Missouri
Compare Dr. Schaefer's volume with other surgeons practicing in Saint Joseph.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Judd Smith | 87 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Brian Duncan | 58 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Corey Trease | 54 | Hip, Knee |
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