Dr. Corey Ponder, M.D.
Contact & Location
Oklahoma City, OK 73114
Dr. Corey Ponder is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Ponder has performed 272 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#3 in Oklahoma) and 85 hip replacements, for a combined total of 357 procedures.
In Oklahoma, Dr. Ponder performs well above average in knee (272 vs 47 avg), well above average in hip (85 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Ponder's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 76% of reported Medicare volume.
Oklahoma City is home to 38 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Oklahoma City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Ponder extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 212 to 357 in the most recent data, a 68% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Ponder's 272 verified procedures is more than 6x the national average of 45, ranking #17 nationally.
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. 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 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. Ponder's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 357 procedures shown here.
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 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). 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 |
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