Knee
Dr. Charles Lind, MD
Dr. Charles Lind is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Park City, Utah. Dr. Lind has performed 102 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #6 in Utah.
In Utah, Dr. Lind performs well above average in knee (102 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Lind's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 102 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.
Park City is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Park City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Lind extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 62 to 102 in the most recent data, a 65% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Lind's 102 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
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. Lind Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Utah state average.
Contact & Location
Park City, UT 84060
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lind's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 65% from 62 procedures in 2013 to 102 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. Lind
How does Dr. Lind's procedure volume compare to other Utah surgeons?
Dr. Lind has performed 102 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Utah average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Lind ranks #17 out of 89 orthopedic surgeons in Utah.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lind perform?
Dr. Lind's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 102 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Lind with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Lind ranks #6 in Utah for knee replacement with 102 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 89 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lind in Park City?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Park City 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 Utah surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Lind 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. Lind's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 102 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Lind's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Lind's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 62 procedures in 2013 to 102 in the most recent data, a 65% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 105 procedures in 2022.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lind affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lind is affiliated with Park City Hospital, Uintah Basin Medical Center, University Of Utah Hospital And Clinics.
How does Dr. Lind compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Park City?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Park City, Dr. Lind ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Lind has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lind practices?
Park City Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Uintah Basin Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); University Of Utah Hospital And Clinics (5 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 Park City, Utah
Dr. Lind's 102 Medicare procedures are above the Park City average of 58. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Park City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Metcalf | 70 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Matthew Shirley | 39 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Hatch | 21 | Shoulder |
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