Dr. Christopher Ferrante, MD
Contact & Location
610-861-8080
Bethlehem, PA 18017
Allentown, PA 18103
Dr. Ferrante performs more hip replacement procedures than 94% of orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #11 of 208 ranked hip surgeons in Pennsylvania.
About Dr. Ferrante
Dr. Christopher Ferrante is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Ferrante performed 84 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#11 in Pennsylvania) and 55 knee replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 139 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Ferrante performs well above the state average in hip (84 vs 37), near the state average in knee (55 vs 47).
Dr. Ferrante's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (84 cases) and knee replacements (55 cases).
Bethlehem is home to 18 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bethlehem area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Ferrante extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 46 to 139 in the most recent data, a 202% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,532 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Ferrante's 84 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 36.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 29 | 17 |
| 2014 | 30 | 30 |
| 2015 | 26 | 37 |
| 2016 | 40 | 38 |
| 2017 | 24 | 33 |
| 2018 | 48 | 40 |
| 2019 | 44 | 30 |
| 2020 | 53 | 0 |
| 2021 | 58 | 26 |
| 2022 | 47 | 20 |
| 2023 | 100 | 57 |
| 2024 | 84 | 55 |
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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee 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. Ferrante Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ferrante's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 202% from 46 procedures in 2013 to 139 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Hip Replacement
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Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Ferrante
How does Dr. Ferrante's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Ferrante has performed 139 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Pennsylvania average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Ferrante ranks #44 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ferrante perform?
Dr. Ferrante's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (84 cases) and knee replacement (55 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Ferrante with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Ferrante ranks #11 in Pennsylvania for hip replacement with 84 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 376 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ferrante in Bethlehem?
Yes. There are 18 orthopedic surgeons in Bethlehem 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. Ferrante 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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Ferrante's total volume across all insurers at roughly 450 to 580 procedures against the 139 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. Ferrante's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Ferrante's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 46 procedures in 2013 to 139 in the most recent data, a 202% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 157 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Ferrante perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ferrante's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (84 cases), knee replacement (55 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ferrante affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ferrante is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Hospital, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Hazleton, St Luke'S Hospital Bethlehem, St Luke'S Miners Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Ferrante compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bethlehem?
Among the 18 orthopedic surgeons in Bethlehem, Dr. Ferrante ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Ferrante is among the highest-volume surgeons in Bethlehem.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ferrante practices?
Lehigh Valley Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Lehigh Valley Hospital - Hazleton (1 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 Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Dr. Ferrante's 139 Medicare procedures are above the Bethlehem average of 122. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bethlehem.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Meade | 258 | Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Brogle | 159 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Chinenye Nwachuku | 116 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Konopitski | 66 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wayne Luchetti | 61 | Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Carolan | 55 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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