Dr. Christopher Wester
Contact & Location
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Springfield, MO 65807
About Dr. Wester
Dr. Christopher Wester is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Springfield, Missouri. A Medicare provider since 2018, Dr. Wester performed 109 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#9 in Missouri) and 93 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 202 procedures.
In Missouri, Dr. Wester performs well above the state average in knee (109 vs 42), well above the state average in hip (93 vs 32).
Dr. Wester's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (109 cases) and hip replacements (93 cases).
Springfield is home to 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Springfield area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Wester first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Wester's 109 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 2 years: 113 procedures in 2023 and 202 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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. Wester Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wester has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Wester
How does Dr. Wester's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Wester has performed 202 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Missouri average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Wester ranks #5 out of 204 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wester perform?
Dr. Wester's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (109 cases) and hip replacement (93 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Wester with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Wester ranks #9 in Missouri for knee replacement with 109 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 204 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Wester in Springfield?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Springfield 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. Wester 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. Wester's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 202 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Wester perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Wester's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (109 cases), hip replacement (93 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wester affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Wester is affiliated with Cox Medical Centers, Cox Monett Hospital.
How does Dr. Wester compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Springfield?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Springfield, Dr. Wester ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Wester is among the highest-volume surgeons in Springfield.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Wester practices?
Cox Medical Centers (3 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 Springfield, Missouri
Dr. Wester's 202 Medicare procedures are above the Springfield average of 110. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Springfield.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bradley Walz | 208 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Duncan | 109 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Pierre Clothiaux | 75 | Knee |
| Dr. William Wester | 71 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jonathan Crites | 65 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Ken Carpenter | 41 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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