Dr. Christopher Cooke, MD
Dr. Christopher Cooke is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Dr. Cooke has performed 57 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#73 in Pennsylvania) and 45 hip replacements, for a combined total of 102 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Cooke performs above average in knee (57 vs 45 avg), above average in hip (45 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Cooke's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (57 cases) and hip replacements (45 cases).
Lancaster is home to 25 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lancaster area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Cooke extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 51 to 102 in the most recent data, a 100% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Cooke's 57 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Cooke Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Lancaster, PA 17601
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cooke's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 100% from 51 procedures in 2013 to 102 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. Cooke
How does Dr. Cooke's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Cooke has performed 102 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Pennsylvania average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Cooke ranks #74 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cooke perform?
Dr. Cooke's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (57 cases) and hip replacement (45 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cooke in Lancaster?
Yes. There are 25 orthopedic surgeons in Lancaster 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 Pennsylvania surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Cooke 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. Cooke's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 102 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Cooke's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Cooke's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 51 procedures in 2013 to 102 in the most recent data, a 100% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 102 procedures in 2017.
Does Dr. Cooke perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Cooke's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (57 cases), hip replacement (45 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cooke affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cooke is affiliated with Lancaster General Hospital, Wellspan Ephrata Community Hospital, Wellspan Good Samaritan Hospital.
How does Dr. Cooke compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lancaster?
Among the 25 orthopedic surgeons in Lancaster, Dr. Cooke ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Lancaster has 152 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Cooke practices?
Lancaster General Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Wellspan Ephrata Community Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Wellspan Good Samaritan Hospital (5 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 Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Dr. Cooke's 102 Medicare procedures are below the Lancaster average of 116. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lancaster.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Renz | 152 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Carl Becker | 118 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Gregory Tocks | 115 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. David Gregory | 115 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gary Zartman | 109 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Westphal | 99 | Hip, Knee |
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