Dr. Christopher Manning, M.D.
Contact & Location
412-283-0260
Bethel Park, PA 15102
Dr. Manning performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 74% of orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #24 of 95 ranked shoulder surgeons in Pennsylvania.
About Dr. Manning
Practice. Dr. Christopher Manning is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania. The latest annual CMS data records 34 shoulder replacements. That is #24 in Pennsylvania for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 11 years. Volume rose from 12 procedures a year to 34, up 183%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 34 procedures is near the national average of 29.
Local context. Bethel Park has 3 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 | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 19 |
| 2018 | 28 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 32 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 31 |
| 2023 | 38 |
| 2024 | 34 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Manning Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
See the Top 25 shoulder replacement surgeons in Pennsylvania
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Manning's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 183% from 12 procedures in 2013 to 34 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 Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Manning
How does Dr. Manning's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Manning has performed 34 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Pennsylvania average is 66 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Manning ranks #239 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Manning perform?
Dr. Manning's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 34 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Manning in Bethel Park?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Bethel Park 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. Manning 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Manning's total volume across all insurers at roughly 90 to 120 procedures against the 34 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. Manning's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Manning's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2013 to 34 in the most recent data, a 183% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 38 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Manning affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Manning is affiliated with St Clair Hospital, Jefferson Hospital.
How does Dr. Manning compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bethel Park?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Bethel Park, Dr. Manning ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Manning is among the highest-volume surgeons in Bethel Park.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Manning practices?
St Clair Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Jefferson Hospital (3 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 Bethel Park, Pennsylvania
Dr. Manning's 34 Medicare procedures are below the Bethel Park average of 81. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bethel Park.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brett Perricelli | 174 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Derrick Fluhme | 34 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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