Dr. Jonathan Craighead, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Jonathan Craighead is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Jefferson City, Missouri. In 2023, Dr. Craighead completed 86 knee replacements (#16 in Missouri), 25 hip replacements, and 11 shoulder replacements — 122 total Medicare-verified procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Missouri.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
86 verified cases
#16 in Missouri
Hip Replacement
25 verified cases
#41 in Missouri
Shoulder Replacement
11 verified cases
#54 in Missouri

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Craighead

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (122 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Craighead, 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: 573-635-8000
1225 West Stadium Blvd
Jefferson City, MO 65109
NPI: 1346226289
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 21 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

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Dr. Ryan Nunley - Saint Louis 263 procedures
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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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