Dr. Charles Nolte, DO

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Charles Nolte is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in La Crosse, Wisconsin. In 2023, Dr. Nolte performed 47 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#36 in Wisconsin) and 20 hip replacements (#73 in Wisconsin), for a combined total of 67 procedures. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
47 verified cases
#36 in Wisconsin
Hip Replacement
20 verified cases
#73 in Wisconsin

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Nolte

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (67 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Nolte, 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: 608-392-9876
800 West Ave S
La Crosse, WI 54601
NPI: 1972593481
Credentials: DO
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 21 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed DO
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī 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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