Dr. Andrew Whaley is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in San Antonio, Texas. In 2023, Dr. Whaley performed 23 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #297 in Texas.
Dr. Whaley recorded 23 Medicare fee-for-service procedures in 2023. Medicare data represents approximately one-third of all joint replacements nationwide, so these counts reflect only a portion of a surgeon's full practice. Texas has 560 orthopedic surgeons in the current dataset.
Dr. Whaley's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 23 verified procedures in 2023. 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.
San Antonio is home to 46 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the San Antonio area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Whaley
How does Dr. Whaley's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Whaley performed 23 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Texas average is 56 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Whaley ranks #397 out of 560 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Whaley perform?
Dr. Whaley's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 23 verified procedures in 2023. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Whaley in San Antonio?
Yes. There are 46 orthopedic surgeons in San Antonio 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. Whaley represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Whaley's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 23 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in San Antonio, Texas
Compare Dr. Whaley's volume with other surgeons practicing in San Antonio.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Phelps | 350 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Bryan Kaiser | 221 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Ursone | 210 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Robert Girling | 141 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Casey Taber | 121 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sergio Viroslav | 97 | Hip, Knee |
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