Dr. Frank Bryant, M.D.
Dr. Frank Bryant is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Roswell, New Mexico. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Bryant has performed 20 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#32 in New Mexico) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 32 procedures.
In New Mexico, Dr. Bryant performs below average in knee (20 vs 40 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Bryant's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (20 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Roswell is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Roswell area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Bryant's Medicare data spans 7 years, beginning in 2017. Volume peaked at 60 procedures in 2021 before settling at 32 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Bryant's 20 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
How Dr. Bryant Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Mexico state average.
Contact & Location
Roswell, NM 88201
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bryant's recorded volume peaked at 60 procedures in 2021 and stood at 32 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bryant
How does Dr. Bryant's procedure volume compare to other New Mexico surgeons?
Dr. Bryant has performed 32 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New Mexico average is 55 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Bryant ranks #31 out of 47 orthopedic surgeons in New Mexico.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bryant perform?
Dr. Bryant's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bryant in Roswell?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Roswell 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 New Mexico surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Bryant represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Bryant's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 32 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Bryant's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Bryant's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 60 procedures in 2021 and was 32 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. Bryant perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bryant's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Bryant compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Roswell?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Roswell, Dr. Bryant ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Bryant is among the highest-volume surgeons in Roswell.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Roswell, New Mexico
Dr. Bryant's 32 Medicare procedures are below the Roswell average of 45. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Roswell.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Schwartz | 118 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Earl Latimer | 16 | Knee |
| Dr. Omar Osmani | 13 | Knee |
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