Dr. Anthony Gualtieri, M.D
Dr. Anthony Gualtieri is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Houston, Texas. Dr. Gualtieri has performed 21 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#326 in Texas) and 18 hip replacements, for a combined total of 39 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Gualtieri performs below average in knee (21 vs 41 avg), below average in hip (18 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Gualtieri's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (21 cases) and hip replacements (18 cases).
Houston is home to 52 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Houston area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Gualtieri's Medicare data spans 3 years, beginning in 2021. Volume peaked at 130 procedures in 2021 before settling at 39 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Gualtieri's 21 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. Gualtieri Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
Houston, TX 77043
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gualtieri's recorded volume peaked at 130 procedures in 2021 and stood at 39 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. Gualtieri
How does Dr. Gualtieri's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Gualtieri has performed 39 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. Gualtieri ranks #289 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gualtieri perform?
Dr. Gualtieri's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases) and hip replacement (18 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gualtieri in Houston?
Yes. There are 52 orthopedic surgeons in Houston 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. Gualtieri 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. Gualtieri's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 39 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Gualtieri's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Gualtieri's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 130 procedures in 2021 and was 39 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. Gualtieri perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Gualtieri's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases), hip replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gualtieri affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gualtieri is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center.
How does Dr. Gualtieri compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Houston?
Among the 52 orthopedic surgeons in Houston, Dr. Gualtieri ranks #35 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Houston has 358 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Gualtieri practices?
Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center (3 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 Houston, Texas
Dr. Gualtieri's 39 Medicare procedures are below the Houston average of 174. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Houston.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Stefan Kreuzer | 358 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robin Goytia | 198 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Vasilios Mathews | 182 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Stocks | 165 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kenneth Mathis | 147 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ugonna Ihekweazu | 131 | Hip, Knee |
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