Dr. Christopher Wahl, M.D.
Contact & Location
425-392-3030
Issaquah, WA 98029
Bellevue, WA 98004
Redmond, WA 98052
Seattle, WA 98104
Dr. Wahl performs more knee replacement procedures than 3% of orthopedic surgeons in Washington, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #141 of 146 ranked knee surgeons in Washington.
About Dr. Wahl
Practice. Dr. Christopher Wahl is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Issaquah, Washington. The latest annual CMS data records 12 knee replacements. That is #141 in Washington for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2022 to 2024, 3 years. Volume has held between 12 and 16 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 12 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Issaquah has 4 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 | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 16 |
| 2024 | 12 |
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. 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. Wahl Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Washington state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wahl's procedure volume has been consistent across 3 years of Medicare data, ranging from 12 to 16 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Wahl
How does Dr. Wahl's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
Dr. Wahl has performed 12 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Washington average is 59 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Wahl ranks #192 out of 198 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wahl perform?
Dr. Wahl's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 12 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Wahl in Issaquah?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Issaquah 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 Washington surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Wahl 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, which puts Dr. Wahl's total volume across all insurers at roughly 40 to 50 procedures against the 12 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. Wahl's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Wahl's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 3 years of Medicare data, ranging from 12 to 16 procedures per year between 2022 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wahl affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Wahl is affiliated with Overlake Hospital Medical Center & Clinics.
How does Dr. Wahl compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Issaquah?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Issaquah, Dr. Wahl ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Issaquah has 79 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Wahl practices?
Overlake Hospital Medical Center & Clinics (3 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 Issaquah, Washington
Dr. Wahl's 12 Medicare procedures are below the Issaquah average of 48. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Issaquah.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ryan Nathe | 79 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Sailer | 67 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Tyler Nathe | 32 | Knee |
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