Dr. Christopher Pelt, M.D.
Contact & Location
Salt Lake City, UT 84108
Dr. Christopher Pelt is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Salt Lake City, Utah. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Pelt has performed 63 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#14 in Utah) and 42 hip replacements, for a combined total of 105 procedures.
In Utah, Dr. Pelt performs above average in knee (63 vs 42 avg), above average in hip (42 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Pelt's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (63 cases) and hip replacements (42 cases).
Salt Lake City is home to 17 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Salt Lake City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Pelt extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 70 to 105 in the most recent data, a 50% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Pelt's 63 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Pelt Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Utah state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Pelt's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 50% from 70 procedures in 2013 to 105 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. Pelt
How does Dr. Pelt's procedure volume compare to other Utah surgeons?
Dr. Pelt has performed 105 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Utah average of 58 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Pelt ranks #12 out of 88 orthopedic surgeons in Utah.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Pelt perform?
Dr. Pelt's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (63 cases) and hip replacement (42 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Pelt with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Pelt ranks #14 in Utah for knee replacement with 63 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 88 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Pelt in Salt Lake City?
Yes. There are 17 orthopedic surgeons in Salt Lake 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. Pelt 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. Pelt's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 105 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Pelt's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Pelt's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 70 procedures in 2013 to 105 in the most recent data, a 50% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 134 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Pelt perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Pelt's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (63 cases), hip replacement (42 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Pelt affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Pelt is affiliated with University Of Utah Hospital And Clinics.
How does Dr. Pelt compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Salt Lake City?
Among the 17 orthopedic surgeons in Salt Lake City, Dr. Pelt ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Pelt is among the highest-volume surgeons in Salt Lake City.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Pelt practices?
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 Salt Lake City, Utah
Dr. Pelt's 105 Medicare procedures are above the Salt Lake City average of 96. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Salt Lake City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Peters | 111 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeremy Gililland | 110 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Bergeson | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Oliver Nikolaus | 102 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Russell Nelson | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Jackson | 64 | Knee, Shoulder |
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