Dr. Christopher Dale, MD
Contact & Location
608-756-7100
Janesville, WI 53546
Summit, WI 53066
Dr. Dale performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 30% of orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #28 of 40 ranked shoulder surgeons in Wisconsin.
About Dr. Dale
Dr. Christopher Dale is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Janesville, Wisconsin. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Dale performed 14 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements in the latest annual CMS data, ranking #28 in Wisconsin.
In Wisconsin, Dr. Dale performs below the state average in shoulder (14 vs 25).
Dr. Dale's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 14 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.
Dr. Dale is the only orthopedic surgeon in Janesville represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Dale's Medicare data spans 7 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 23 procedures in 2013 before settling at 14 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Dale's 14 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 29 among 2,213 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 11 | 12 |
| 2014 | 0 | 14 |
| 2015 | 13 | 0 |
| 2016 | 14 | 0 |
| 2017 | 12 | 0 |
| 2018 | 11 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 | 14 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Dale Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dale's recorded volume peaked at 23 procedures in 2013 and stood at 14 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
If you are considering shoulder replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full shoulder replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Dale
How does Dr. Dale's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Dale has performed 14 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Wisconsin average is 51 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Dale ranks #161 out of 189 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dale perform?
Dr. Dale's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 14 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Dale's practice located?
Dr. Dale practices in Janesville, Wisconsin. The office is located at 3524 E Milwaukee St, Janesville, WI 53546. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Dale for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Dale 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Dale's total volume across all insurers at roughly 40 to 50 procedures against the 14 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. Dale's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Dale's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 23 procedures in 2013 and was 14 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dale affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dale is affiliated with Mercy Health System Corp.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dale practices?
Mercy Health System Corp (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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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