Dr. Rodney Plaster, MD
Contact & Location
Tulsa, OK 74137
Dr. Rodney Plaster is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Dr. Plaster has performed 60 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#24 in Oklahoma) and 24 hip replacements, for a combined total of 84 procedures.
In Oklahoma, Dr. Plaster performs above average in knee (60 vs 46 avg), below average in hip (24 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Plaster's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (60 cases) and hip replacements (24 cases).
Tulsa is home to 28 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Tulsa area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Plaster's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 255 procedures in 2014 before settling at 84 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Plaster's 60 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Plaster Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oklahoma state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Plaster's recorded volume peaked at 255 procedures in 2014 and stood at 84 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Plaster
How does Dr. Plaster's procedure volume compare to other Oklahoma surgeons?
Dr. Plaster has performed 84 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Oklahoma average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Plaster ranks #25 out of 122 orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Plaster perform?
Dr. Plaster's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (60 cases) and hip replacement (24 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Plaster in Tulsa?
Yes. There are 28 orthopedic surgeons in Tulsa 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 Oklahoma surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Plaster 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. Plaster's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 84 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Plaster's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Plaster's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 255 procedures in 2014 and was 84 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. Plaster perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Plaster's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (60 cases), hip replacement (24 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Plaster affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Plaster is affiliated with Oklahoma Surgical Hospital, Llc.
How does Dr. Plaster compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Tulsa?
Among the 28 orthopedic surgeons in Tulsa, Dr. Plaster ranks #10 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Tulsa has 411 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Plaster practices?
Oklahoma Surgical Hospital, Llc (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Dr. Plaster's 84 Medicare procedures are below the Tulsa average of 182. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Tulsa.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Yogesh Mittal | 411 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sarat Kunapuli | 190 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Justin Reid | 173 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Christopher Browne | 168 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Chad Crawley | 132 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Gursky | 115 | Hip, Knee |
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