Dr. Christopher Foetisch, M.D.
Contact & Location
419-479-5386
Toledo, OH 43615
Dr. Foetisch performs more knee replacement procedures than 54% of orthopedic surgeons in Ohio, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #139 of 305 ranked knee surgeons in Ohio.
About Dr. Foetisch
Practice. Dr. Christopher Foetisch is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Toledo, Ohio. The latest annual CMS data records 34 knee replacements and 16 shoulder replacements, 50 procedures in all. That is #139 in Ohio for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 41 procedures a year to 50, up 22%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 34 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Toledo has 13 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Foetisch also holds hospital privileges in OH and MI, a practice that extends beyond Ohio.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 29 | 12 |
| 2014 | 22 | 0 |
| 2015 | 33 | 14 |
| 2016 | 33 | 20 |
| 2017 | 24 | 26 |
| 2018 | 42 | 26 |
| 2019 | 45 | 23 |
| 2020 | 27 | 17 |
| 2021 | 34 | 13 |
| 2022 | 34 | 22 |
| 2023 | 28 | 27 |
| 2024 | 34 | 16 |
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, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Foetisch Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Foetisch's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 22% from 41 procedures in 2013 to 50 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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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Foetisch
How does Dr. Foetisch's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Foetisch has performed 50 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Foetisch ranks #167 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Foetisch perform?
Dr. Foetisch's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases) and shoulder replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Foetisch in Toledo?
Yes. There are 13 orthopedic surgeons in Toledo 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. Foetisch 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Foetisch's total volume across all insurers at roughly 160 to 200 procedures against the 50 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. Foetisch's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Foetisch's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 41 procedures in 2013 to 50 in the most recent data, a 22% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 68 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. Foetisch perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Foetisch's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases), shoulder replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Foetisch affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Foetisch is affiliated with Toledo Hospital The, Promedica Monroe Regional Hospital. Dr. Foetisch maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Foetisch compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Toledo?
Among the 13 orthopedic surgeons in Toledo, Dr. Foetisch ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Toledo has 168 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Foetisch practices?
Toledo Hospital The (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Promedica Monroe Regional 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 Toledo, Ohio
Dr. Foetisch's 50 Medicare procedures are below the Toledo average of 103. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Toledo.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Tyler Vovos | 168 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Gehling | 138 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Ervin | 115 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Satheesh Ramineni | 105 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Anthony Frogameni | 79 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jason Levine | 65 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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