Dr. Christopher Wester

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Christopher Wester is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Springfield, Missouri. In 2023, Dr. Wester performed 60 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#12 in Missouri) and 53 knee replacements (#36 in Missouri), for a combined total of 113 procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Missouri.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Hip Replacement
60 verified cases
#12 in Missouri
Knee Replacement
53 verified cases
#36 in Missouri

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Wester

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (113 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Wester, 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: 000-000-0000
3555 S National Ave
Springfield, MO 65807
NPI: 1962907147
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 8 years of practice experience
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

Other Top Missouri Orthopedic Surgeons

Dr. Ryan Nunley - Saint Louis 263 procedures
Dr. Robert Jones - Ozark 220 procedures
Dr. Samuel Thompson - Columbia 219 procedures
Dr. William Schroer - Bridgeton 204 procedures

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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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