Dr. Corey Ponder, M.D.
Contact & Location
405-478-7111
Oklahoma City, OK 73114
Oklahoma City, OK 73103
Dr. Ponder performs more knee replacement procedures than 97% of orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #3 of 103 ranked knee surgeons in Oklahoma.
About Dr. Ponder
Practice. Dr. Corey Ponder is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The latest annual CMS data records 272 knee replacements and 85 hip replacements, 357 procedures in all. That is #3 in Oklahoma for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 212 procedures a year to 357, up 68%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 272 procedures is more than 6x the national average of 45. That is #17 nationally.
Local context. Oklahoma City has 38 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 66 | 146 |
| 2014 | 65 | 167 |
| 2015 | 67 | 184 |
| 2016 | 78 | 239 |
| 2017 | 77 | 242 |
| 2018 | 83 | 226 |
| 2019 | 83 | 231 |
| 2020 | 66 | 197 |
| 2021 | 70 | 230 |
| 2022 | 77 | 250 |
| 2023 | 69 | 247 |
| 2024 | 85 | 272 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Ponder Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oklahoma state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ponder's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 68% from 212 procedures in 2013 to 357 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. Ponder
How does Dr. Ponder's procedure volume compare to other Oklahoma surgeons?
Dr. Ponder has performed 357 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 5x the Oklahoma average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Ponder ranks #3 out of 119 orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ponder perform?
Dr. Ponder's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (272 cases) and hip replacement (85 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Ponder with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Ponder ranks #3 in Oklahoma for knee replacement with 272 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 119 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ponder in Oklahoma City?
Yes. There are 38 orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma City 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 Oklahoma surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Ponder 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Ponder's total volume across all insurers at roughly 1,230 to 1,520 procedures against the 357 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. Ponder's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Ponder's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 212 procedures in 2013 to 357 in the most recent data, a 68% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 357 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Ponder perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ponder's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (272 cases), hip replacement (85 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ponder affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ponder is affiliated with Ssm Health St Anthony Hospital - Oklahoma City, Mercy Hospital Ardmore, Inc, Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City, Inc, Mercy Hospital Healdton, Inc..
How does Dr. Ponder compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma City?
Among the 38 orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma City, Dr. Ponder ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Ponder is among the highest-volume surgeons in Oklahoma City.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ponder practices?
Ssm Health St Anthony Hospital - Oklahoma City (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mercy Hospital Ardmore, Inc (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City, Inc (4 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 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Dr. Ponder's 357 Medicare procedures are above the Oklahoma City average of 254. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Oklahoma City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Paul Jacob | 431 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Tkach | 253 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bradley Reddick | 219 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Faustino Kazenske | 190 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jacob Haynes | 174 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Mitchell | 153 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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