Dr. Christopher Whalen, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Christopher Whalen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in La Crosse, Wisconsin. In 2023, Dr. Whalen performed 53 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#13 in Wisconsin) and 52 knee replacements (#30 in Wisconsin), for a combined total of 105 procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Wisconsin.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Hip Replacement
53 verified cases
#13 in Wisconsin
Knee Replacement
52 verified cases
#30 in Wisconsin

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Whalen

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (105 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Whalen, 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: 608-782-7300
1836 South Ave
La Crosse, WI 54601
NPI: 1780070557
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 11 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

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Dr. Christopher Evanich - Milwaukee 191 procedures

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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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