Shoulder
Dr. Barrett Brown, M.D.
Dr. Barrett Brown is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Houston, Texas. Dr. Brown has performed 12 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #123 in Texas.
In Texas, Dr. Brown performs below average in shoulder (12 vs 26 avg).
Dr. Brown's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 12 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.
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. Brown first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Brown's 12 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 28 among 2,092 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. Brown Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
Houston, TX 77030
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Brown
How does Dr. Brown's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Brown has performed 12 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. Brown ranks #558 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Brown perform?
Dr. Brown's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 12 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Brown 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. Brown 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. Brown's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 12 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Brown affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Brown is affiliated with Texas Orthopedic Hospital, Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital, Memorial Hermann Hospital System, Houston Methodist Sugarland Hospital.
How does Dr. Brown compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Houston?
Among the 52 orthopedic surgeons in Houston, Dr. Brown ranks #51 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. Brown practices?
Texas Orthopedic Hospital (hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Memorial Hermann Hospital System (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Houston, Texas
Dr. Brown's 12 Medicare procedures are below the Houston average of 170. 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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