Dr. Christopher Estes is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Portland, Oregon. In 2023, Dr. Estes performed 35 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#38 in Oregon) and 23 hip replacements, for a combined total of 58 procedures.
Dr. Estes's 58 Medicare procedures are near the Oregon median of 49. The state has 105 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33â37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Estes's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (35 cases) and hip replacements (23 cases).
Portland is home to 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Portland area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Estes
How does Dr. Estes's procedure volume compare to other Oregon surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Estes performed 58 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Oregon average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Estes ranks #43 out of 105 orthopedic surgeons in Oregon.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Estes perform?
Dr. Estes's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases) and hip replacement (23 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Estes in Portland?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Portland 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 Oregon surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Estes represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33â37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Estes's total practice volume â including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients â is likely higher than the 58 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Portland, Oregon
Compare Dr. Estes's volume with other surgeons practicing in Portland.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Andrew Bryan | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alexander Dehaan | 102 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gustav Fischer | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Huff | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kathryn Schabel | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Elizabeth Lieberman | 73 | Hip, Knee |
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