Dr. Christopher Phelps, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Christopher Phelps is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in San Antonio, Texas. In 2023, Dr. Phelps completed 215 knee replacements (#2 in Texas), 111 hip replacements, and 24 shoulder replacements — 350 total Medicare-verified procedures. This places Dr. Phelps among the highest-volume joint replacement surgeons in Texas.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
215 verified cases
#2 in Texas
Hip Replacement
111 verified cases
#6 in Texas
Shoulder Replacement
24 verified cases
#45 in Texas

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Phelps

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (350 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Phelps, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 210-545-7171
1139 E Sonterra Blvd Ste 500
San Antonio, TX 78258
NPI: 1700075637
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 19 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.
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