Dr. Christopher Drinkwater, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
41 verified cases
#98 in New York
Hip Replacement
40 verified cases
#75 in New York

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)

Questions to Ask Dr. Drinkwater

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (81 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Drinkwater, 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?"

Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 585-341-0522
601 Elmwood Ave
Rochester, NY 14642
NPI: 1033150966
Credentials: MD
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 19 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed MD
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available
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.