Dr. Tyson Christensen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Farmington, New Mexico. In 2023, Dr. Christensen completed 27 knee replacements (#27 in New Mexico), 14 hip replacements, and 13 shoulder replacements — totaling 54 Medicare-verified procedures.
Dr. Christensen's 54 Medicare procedures are near the New Mexico median of 41. The state has 47 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Christensen performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (27 cases), followed by hip replacements (14) and shoulder replacements (13).
Farmington is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Farmington area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Christensen
How does Dr. Christensen's procedure volume compare to other New Mexico surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Christensen performed 54 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the New Mexico average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Christensen ranks #20 out of 47 orthopedic surgeons in New Mexico.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Christensen perform?
Dr. Christensen performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (27 cases), hip replacement (14 cases), shoulder replacement (13 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Christensen in Farmington?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Farmington 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. Christensen represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Christensen's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 54 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Farmington, New Mexico
Compare Dr. Christensen's volume with other surgeons practicing in Farmington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jason Lucas | 99 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jonathan Hancock | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Johnson | 38 | Knee |
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