Dr. Christopher Evanich, M.D.
Contact & Location
414-384-6700
Milwaukee, WI 53215
Dr. Evanich performs more knee replacement procedures than 96% of orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #5 of 152 ranked knee surgeons in Wisconsin.
About Dr. Evanich
Practice. Dr. Christopher Evanich is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The latest annual CMS data records 111 knee replacements and 70 hip replacements, 181 procedures in all. That is #5 in Wisconsin for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 261 in 2016 and stands at 181 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 111 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Milwaukee has 16 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 | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 80 | 154 |
| 2014 | 91 | 159 |
| 2015 | 104 | 145 |
| 2016 | 93 | 168 |
| 2017 | 82 | 171 |
| 2018 | 100 | 154 |
| 2019 | 74 | 137 |
| 2020 | 62 | 105 |
| 2021 | 81 | 125 |
| 2022 | 66 | 113 |
| 2023 | 66 | 125 |
| 2024 | 70 | 111 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Evanich Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Evanich's recorded volume peaked at 261 procedures in 2016 and stood at 181 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 Knee Replacement
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Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Evanich
How does Dr. Evanich's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Evanich has performed 181 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Wisconsin average of 51 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Evanich ranks #4 out of 189 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Evanich perform?
Dr. Evanich's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (111 cases) and hip replacement (70 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Evanich with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Evanich ranks #5 in Wisconsin for knee replacement with 111 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 189 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Evanich in Milwaukee?
Yes. There are 16 orthopedic surgeons in Milwaukee 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 Wisconsin surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Evanich 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Evanich's total volume across all insurers at roughly 610 to 760 procedures against the 181 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. Evanich's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Evanich's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 261 procedures in 2016 and was 181 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.
Does Dr. Evanich perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Evanich's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (111 cases), hip replacement (70 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Evanich affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Evanich is affiliated with Midwest Orthopedic Specialty Hospital, Ascension Se Wisconsin Hospital - St Joseph Campus, Ascension St Francis Hospital, Prohealth Waukesha Memorial Hospital, Orthopaedic Hospital Of Wisconsin.
How does Dr. Evanich compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Milwaukee?
Among the 16 orthopedic surgeons in Milwaukee, Dr. Evanich ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Evanich has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Evanich practices?
Midwest Orthopedic Specialty Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ascension Se Wisconsin Hospital - St Joseph Campus (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ascension St Francis Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Dr. Evanich's 181 Medicare procedures are above the Milwaukee average of 82. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Milwaukee.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Nicholas Webber | 132 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Jost | 65 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Navjot Kohli | 53 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Edward Nelsen-Freund | 50 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Benjamin Knight | 49 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Neilson | 41 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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