Dr. Bjorn Balldin, M.D.
Contact & Location
210-593-1420
San Antonio, TX 78258
Dr. Balldin performs more knee replacement procedures than 78% of orthopedic surgeons in Texas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #103 of 489 ranked knee surgeons in Texas.
About Dr. Balldin
Practice. Dr. Bjorn Balldin is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in San Antonio, Texas. The latest annual CMS data records 55 knee replacements. That is #103 in Texas for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2019 to 2024, 6 years. Volume rose from 27 procedures a year to 55, up 104%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 55 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. San Antonio has 41 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 27 |
| 2020 | 23 |
| 2021 | 21 |
| 2022 | 29 |
| 2023 | 37 |
| 2024 | 55 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Balldin Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Balldin's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 104% from 27 procedures in 2019 to 55 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee 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.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Balldin
How does Dr. Balldin's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Balldin has performed 55 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Balldin ranks #210 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Balldin perform?
Dr. Balldin's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 55 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Balldin in San Antonio?
Yes. There are 41 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. Balldin represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Balldin's total volume across all insurers at roughly 200 to 240 procedures against the 55 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Balldin's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Balldin's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 27 procedures in 2019 to 55 in the most recent data, a 104% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 55 procedures in 2024.
Which hospitals is Dr. Balldin affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Balldin is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center, Uvalde Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Balldin compare to other orthopedic surgeons in San Antonio?
Among the 41 orthopedic surgeons in San Antonio, Dr. Balldin ranks #16 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in San Antonio has 383 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Balldin practices?
Baptist Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Uvalde Memorial Hospital (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 San Antonio, Texas
Dr. Balldin's 55 Medicare procedures are below the San Antonio average of 187. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in San Antonio.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Phelps | 383 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Bryan Kaiser | 235 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Ursone | 191 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Casey Taber | 172 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Girling | 155 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Morrey | 116 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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