Dr. Christopher Bechtel, M.D.
Dr. Christopher Bechtel is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Bechtel has performed 22 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#207 in Ohio) and 20 hip replacements, for a combined total of 42 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Bechtel performs below average in knee (22 vs 40 avg), below average in hip (20 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Bechtel's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (22 cases) and hip replacements (20 cases).
Cleveland is home to 43 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Cleveland area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Bechtel's Medicare data spans 7 years, beginning in 2016. Volume peaked at 88 procedures in 2022 before settling at 42 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Bechtel's 22 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Medicare Cases
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.
How Dr. Bechtel Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Cleveland, OH 44106
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bechtel's recorded volume peaked at 88 procedures in 2022 and stood at 42 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bechtel
How does Dr. Bechtel's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Bechtel has performed 42 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Ohio average is 57 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Bechtel ranks #189 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bechtel perform?
Dr. Bechtel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases) and hip replacement (20 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bechtel in Cleveland?
Yes. There are 43 orthopedic surgeons in Cleveland 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 Ohio surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Bechtel represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Bechtel's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 42 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Bechtel's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Bechtel's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 88 procedures in 2022 and was 42 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Bechtel perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bechtel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases), hip replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bechtel affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bechtel is affiliated with Southwest General Health Center, Fairview Hospital.
How does Dr. Bechtel compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cleveland?
Among the 43 orthopedic surgeons in Cleveland, Dr. Bechtel ranks #23 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Cleveland has 214 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bechtel practices?
Southwest General Health Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Fairview Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Cleveland, Ohio
Dr. Bechtel's 42 Medicare procedures are below the Cleveland average of 142. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cleveland.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Bloomfield | 214 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Molloy | 175 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Trevor Murray | 167 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kim Stearns | 141 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Ricchetti | 135 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Steven Fitzgerald | 119 | Hip, Knee |
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