How do I contact Dr. Christopher Drinkwater?

You can contact Dr. Christopher Drinkwater at 585-341-0522. The practice is located at 601 Elmwood Ave in Rochester, New York.

What procedures does Dr. Christopher Drinkwater specialize in?

Dr. Christopher Drinkwater is an orthopedic surgeon in Rochester, New York specializing in joint replacement procedures. Medicare data shows procedures performed including hip replacement, knee replacement.

How many Medicare procedures has Dr. Christopher Drinkwater performed?

According to Medicare data, Dr. Christopher Drinkwater has performed 81 joint replacement procedures. This represents Medicare fee-for-service cases and accounts for approximately 33-37% of all procedures nationwide.

What is Dr. Christopher Drinkwater's ranking in New York?

Dr. Christopher Drinkwater is ranked #94 overall in New York for orthopedic procedure volume based on Medicare data.

Does Dr. Christopher Drinkwater accept new patients?

To find out if Dr. Christopher Drinkwater is accepting new patients, please contact the office directly at 585-341-0522. Most orthopedic surgeons require a referral from your primary care physician.

Dr. Christopher Drinkwater, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Christopher Drinkwater is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Rochester, New York. In 2023, Dr. Drinkwater performed 41 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#98 in New York) and 40 hip replacements (#75 in New York), for a combined total of 81 procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in New York.

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 (2013-2024)

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?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 585-341-0522

601 Elmwood Ave
Rochester, NY 14642

NPI: 1033150966

Credentials: MD

✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)

📅 20 years of practice experience

🎓 Licensed MD

🏥 Licensed surgical specialist

🦴 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.

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