Dr. Christopher Foetisch, MD
Contact & Location
Toledo, OH 43615
Dr. Christopher Foetisch is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Toledo, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Foetisch has performed 34 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#139 in Ohio) and 16 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 50 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Foetisch performs near average in knee (34 vs 41 avg), below average in shoulder (16 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Foetisch's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (34 cases) and shoulder replacements (16 cases).
Toledo is home to 13 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Toledo area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Foetisch also maintains hospital privileges in OH and MI, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Ohio.
Medicare records for Dr. Foetisch extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 41 to 50 in the most recent data, a 22% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Foetisch's 34 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. 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.
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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 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. Foetisch's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 50 procedures shown here.
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 |
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