Dr. Christopher Meltsakos, M.D.
Contact & Location
903-885-6688
Sulphur Springs, TX 75482
San Antonio, TX 78229
Valhalla, NY 10595
Winnsboro, TX 75494
Sulphur Springs, TX 75482
Dr. Meltsakos performs more knee replacement procedures than 70% of orthopedic surgeons in Texas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #146 of 489 ranked knee surgeons in Texas.
About Dr. Meltsakos
Practice. Dr. Christopher Meltsakos is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sulphur Springs, Texas. The latest annual CMS data records 44 knee replacements, 15 hip replacements, and 15 shoulder replacements, 74 procedures in all. That is #146 in Texas for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2021 to 2024, 4 years. Volume rose from 20 procedures a year to 74, up 270%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 44 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Sulphur Springs has 2 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 | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 20 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 31 | 0 |
| 2023 | 14 | 41 | 0 |
| 2024 | 15 | 44 | 15 |
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, 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. Meltsakos Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Meltsakos's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 270% from 20 procedures in 2021 to 74 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 Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Meltsakos
How does Dr. Meltsakos's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Meltsakos has performed 74 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Meltsakos ranks #132 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Meltsakos perform?
Dr. Meltsakos performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (44 cases), hip replacement (15 cases), shoulder replacement (15 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Meltsakos in Sulphur Springs?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Sulphur Springs 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 Texas surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Meltsakos 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Meltsakos's total volume across all insurers at roughly 240 to 300 procedures against the 74 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. Meltsakos's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Meltsakos's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 20 procedures in 2021 to 74 in the most recent data, a 270% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 74 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Meltsakos perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Meltsakos's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (44 cases), hip replacement (15 cases), shoulder replacement (15 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Meltsakos among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Meltsakos affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Meltsakos is affiliated with Christus Mother Frances Hospital Sulphur Springs, Christus Mother Frances Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Meltsakos practices?
Christus Mother Frances Hospital Sulphur Springs (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Christus Mother Frances Hospital (4 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 Sulphur Springs, Texas
Dr. Meltsakos's 74 Medicare procedures are above the Sulphur Springs average of 57. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Sulphur Springs.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Richard Graves | 39 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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