Dr. Christopher Ferguson, M.D.
Contact & Location
901-381-4664
Bartlett, TN 38133
Germantown, TN 38138
Memphis, TN 38117
Germantown, TN 38138
Dr. Ferguson performs more knee replacement procedures than 75% of orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #44 of 176 ranked knee surgeons in Tennessee.
About Dr. Ferguson
Dr. Christopher Ferguson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bartlett, Tennessee. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Ferguson performed 58 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#44 in Tennessee) and 21 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 79 procedures.
In Tennessee, Dr. Ferguson performs above the state average in knee (58 vs 46), below the state average in hip (21 vs 36).
Dr. Ferguson's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (58 cases) and hip replacements (21 cases).
Bartlett is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bartlett area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Ferguson extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 55 to 79 in the most recent data, a 44% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Ferguson's 58 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 16 | 39 |
| 2014 | 13 | 42 |
| 2015 | 13 | 45 |
| 2016 | 18 | 50 |
| 2017 | 12 | 50 |
| 2018 | 11 | 39 |
| 2019 | 12 | 49 |
| 2020 | 15 | 27 |
| 2021 | 14 | 43 |
| 2022 | 15 | 45 |
| 2023 | 17 | 54 |
| 2024 | 21 | 58 |
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Ferguson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ferguson's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 44% from 55 procedures in 2013 to 79 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. Ferguson
How does Dr. Ferguson's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Ferguson has performed 79 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Tennessee average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Ferguson ranks #65 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ferguson perform?
Dr. Ferguson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (58 cases) and hip replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ferguson in Bartlett?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Bartlett 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 Tennessee surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Ferguson 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Ferguson's total volume across all insurers at roughly 270 to 340 procedures against the 79 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. Ferguson's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Ferguson's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 55 procedures in 2013 to 79 in the most recent data, a 44% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 79 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Ferguson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ferguson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (58 cases), hip replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ferguson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ferguson is affiliated with Methodist Hospitals Of Memphis, Saint Francis Bartlett Medical Center.
How does Dr. Ferguson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bartlett?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Bartlett, Dr. Ferguson ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Ferguson has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ferguson practices?
Methodist Hospitals Of Memphis (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Saint Francis Bartlett Medical Center (2 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 Bartlett, Tennessee
Dr. Ferguson's 79 Medicare procedures are above the Bartlett average of 66. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bartlett.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jean Simard | 76 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Waggoner | 57 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Pokabla | 52 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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