Dr. Adam Wright
Dr. Adam Wright is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Plano, Texas. Dr. Wright has performed 71 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#66 in Texas) and 23 hip replacements, for a combined total of 94 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Wright performs above average in knee (71 vs 41 avg), below average in hip (23 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Wright's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 76% of reported Medicare volume.
Plano is home to 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Plano area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Wright extend back to 2019, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 57 to 94 in the most recent data, a 65% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Wright's 71 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Wright Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
Plano, TX 75093
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wright's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 65% from 57 procedures in 2019 to 94 in the most recent data.
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. Wright
How does Dr. Wright's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Wright has performed 94 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Texas average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Wright ranks #96 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wright perform?
Dr. Wright's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (71 cases) and hip replacement (23 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Wright in Plano?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Plano 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 Texas surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Wright 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. Wright's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 94 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Wright's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Wright's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 57 procedures in 2019 to 94 in the most recent data, a 65% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 94 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Wright perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Wright's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (71 cases), hip replacement (23 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wright affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Wright is affiliated with Legent Orthopedic Hospital, Baylor Medical Center At Frisco, Dallas Regional Medical Center, Methodist Mckinney Hospital.
How does Dr. Wright compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Plano?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Plano, Dr. Wright ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Plano has 290 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Wright practices?
Legent Orthopedic Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Baylor Medical Center At Frisco (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Dallas Regional Medical Center (2 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 Plano, Texas
Dr. Wright's 94 Medicare procedures are below the Plano average of 150. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Plano.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Khalid Yousuf | 290 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Roger Emerson | 187 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Montgomery | 175 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Barrington | 151 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Reitman | 95 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. David Sun | 60 | Hip, Knee |
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