Shoulder
Dr. Christopher Loftis, MD
Dr. Christopher Loftis is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Columbia, Tennessee. Dr. Loftis has performed 33 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #22 in Tennessee.
In Tennessee, Dr. Loftis performs near average in shoulder (33 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Loftis's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 33 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Columbia is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Columbia area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Loftis first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 2,092 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Loftis's 33 verified procedures is near the national average of 28.
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. Loftis Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Contact & Location
Columbia, TN 38401
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Loftis has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Loftis
How does Dr. Loftis's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Loftis has performed 33 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Tennessee average is 64 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Loftis ranks #142 out of 214 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Loftis perform?
Dr. Loftis's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 33 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Loftis in Columbia?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Columbia 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. Loftis 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. Loftis's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 33 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Loftis affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Loftis is affiliated with Maury Regional Hospital, Marshall Medical Center.
How does Dr. Loftis compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Columbia?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Columbia, Dr. Loftis ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Columbia has 124 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Loftis practices?
Maury Regional 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 Columbia, Tennessee
Dr. Loftis's 33 Medicare procedures are below the Columbia average of 79. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Columbia.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Joseph Wade | 124 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott McCall | 105 | Knee |
| Dr. William Shirley | 90 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Adams | 42 | Shoulder |
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