Dr. Christopher McClellan, D.O.
Contact & Location
Altoona, PA 16602
Dr. Christopher McClellan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Altoona, Pennsylvania. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. McClellan has performed 123 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#18 in Pennsylvania) and 74 hip replacements, for a combined total of 197 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. McClellan performs well above average in knee (123 vs 47 avg), well above average in hip (74 vs 37 avg).
Dr. McClellan's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (123 cases) and hip replacements (74 cases).
Altoona is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Altoona area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. McClellan extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 92 to 197 in the most recent data, a 114% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. McClellan's 123 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
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. McClellan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. McClellan's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 114% from 92 procedures in 2013 to 197 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. McClellan
How does Dr. McClellan's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. McClellan has performed 197 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Pennsylvania average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. McClellan ranks #18 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. McClellan perform?
Dr. McClellan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (123 cases) and hip replacement (74 cases).
How experienced is Dr. McClellan with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. McClellan ranks #18 in Pennsylvania for knee replacement with 123 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 376 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. McClellan in Altoona?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Altoona 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. McClellan 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. McClellan's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 197 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. McClellan's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. McClellan's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 92 procedures in 2013 to 197 in the most recent data, a 114% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 198 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. McClellan perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. McClellan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (123 cases), hip replacement (74 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. McClellan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. McClellan is affiliated with Conemaugh Nason Medical Center, Penn Highlands Dubois, Upmc Altoona, Penn Highlands Brookville, Upmc Bedford Memorial.
How does Dr. McClellan compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Altoona?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Altoona, Dr. McClellan ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. McClellan has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. McClellan practices?
Conemaugh Nason Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Penn Highlands Dubois (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Upmc Altoona (2 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 Altoona, Pennsylvania
Dr. McClellan's 197 Medicare procedures are above the Altoona average of 71. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Altoona.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Joshua Greenleaf | 71 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Tyndall | 58 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Joshua Port | 50 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jonathan Van Kleunen | 36 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Singer | 13 | Knee |
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