Dr. Rosemary Buckle, M.D.
Contact & Location
Columbus, TX 78934
Dr. Rosemary Buckle is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Columbus, Texas. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Buckle has performed 26 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #288 in Texas.
In Texas, Dr. Buckle performs below average in knee (26 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Buckle's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 26 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. Buckle is the only orthopedic surgeon in Columbus represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Buckle's Medicare data spans 3 years, beginning in 2022. Volume peaked at 44 procedures in 2023 before settling at 26 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Buckle's 26 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Buckle Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Buckle's recorded volume peaked at 44 procedures in 2023 and stood at 26 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
Hospital Affiliations
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Buckle
How does Dr. Buckle's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Buckle has performed 26 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Texas average is 57 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Buckle ranks #394 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Buckle perform?
Dr. Buckle's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 26 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Buckle's practice located?
Dr. Buckle practices in Columbus, Texas. The office is located at 107 Shult Dr, Columbus, TX 78934. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Buckle for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Buckle 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. Buckle's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 26 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Buckle's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Buckle's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 44 procedures in 2023 and was 26 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. Buckle affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Buckle is affiliated with Columbus Community Hospital, Rice Medical Center, Lavaca Medical Center.
Patient Resources & Verification
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