Dr. Christopher Peters, MD
Contact & Location
Salt Lake City, UT 84108
Dr. Christopher Peters is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Salt Lake City, Utah. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Peters has performed 56 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#19 in Utah) and 55 hip replacements, for a combined total of 111 procedures.
In Utah, Dr. Peters performs above average in knee (56 vs 42 avg), above average in hip (55 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Peters's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (56 cases) and hip replacements (55 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. Peters extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 79 to 111 in the most recent data, a 41% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Peters's 56 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. Peters Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Utah state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Peters's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 41% from 79 procedures in 2013 to 111 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. Peters
How does Dr. Peters's procedure volume compare to other Utah surgeons?
Dr. Peters has performed 111 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Utah average of 58 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Peters ranks #9 out of 88 orthopedic surgeons in Utah.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Peters perform?
Dr. Peters's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (56 cases) and hip replacement (55 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Peters with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Peters ranks #19 in Utah for knee replacement with 56 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 88 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Peters 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. Peters 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. Peters's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 111 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Peters's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Peters's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 79 procedures in 2013 to 111 in the most recent data, a 41% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 121 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. Peters perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Peters's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (56 cases), hip replacement (55 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Peters affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Peters is affiliated with University Of Utah Hospital And Clinics.
How does Dr. Peters compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Salt Lake City?
Among the 17 orthopedic surgeons in Salt Lake City, Dr. Peters ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Peters has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Peters 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. Peters's 111 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. Jeremy Gililland | 110 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Pelt | 105 | 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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