Dr. Christopher Hanosh, M.D.
Contact & Location
505-727-4430
Albuquerque, NM 87102
Albuquerque, NM 87131
Dr. Hanosh performs more knee replacement procedures than 92% of orthopedic surgeons in New Mexico, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #3 of 38 ranked knee surgeons in New Mexico.
About Dr. Hanosh
Practice. Dr. Christopher Hanosh is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The latest annual CMS data records 84 knee replacements and 71 hip replacements, 155 procedures in all. That is #3 in New Mexico for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 57 procedures a year to 155, up 172%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 84 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Albuquerque has 24 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 15 | 42 |
| 2014 | 15 | 44 |
| 2015 | 23 | 39 |
| 2016 | 23 | 40 |
| 2017 | 32 | 43 |
| 2018 | 21 | 48 |
| 2019 | 23 | 37 |
| 2020 | 38 | 37 |
| 2021 | 48 | 57 |
| 2022 | 50 | 74 |
| 2023 | 62 | 79 |
| 2024 | 71 | 84 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Hanosh Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Mexico state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hanosh's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 172% from 57 procedures in 2013 to 155 in the most recent data.
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Hanosh
How does Dr. Hanosh's procedure volume compare to other New Mexico surgeons?
Dr. Hanosh has performed 155 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the New Mexico average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hanosh ranks #1 out of 45 orthopedic surgeons in New Mexico.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hanosh perform?
Dr. Hanosh's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (84 cases) and hip replacement (71 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Hanosh with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Hanosh ranks #3 in New Mexico for knee replacement with 84 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 45 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hanosh in Albuquerque?
Yes. There are 24 orthopedic surgeons in Albuquerque 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 New Mexico surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Hanosh represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Hanosh's total volume across all insurers at roughly 520 to 650 procedures against the 155 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Hanosh's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hanosh's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 57 procedures in 2013 to 155 in the most recent data, a 172% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 155 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Hanosh perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hanosh's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (84 cases), hip replacement (71 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hanosh affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hanosh is affiliated with Lovelace Medical Center, Lovelace Westside Hospital, Lovelace Women'S Hospital, Presbyterian Hospital.
How does Dr. Hanosh compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Albuquerque?
Among the 24 orthopedic surgeons in Albuquerque, Dr. Hanosh ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Hanosh has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hanosh practices?
Lovelace Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Lovelace Westside Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Lovelace Women'S Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Dr. Hanosh's 155 Medicare procedures are above the Albuquerque average of 107. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Albuquerque.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Krishna Tripuraneni | 153 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Mulkey | 99 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joshua Carothers | 98 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Krumme | 89 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Arnold Kiburz | 80 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Patrick Gilligan | 77 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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