Dr. Braden Hartline, M.D.
Dr. Braden Hartline is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in The Woodlands, Texas. Dr. Hartline has performed 35 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#204 in Texas) and 34 hip replacements, for a combined total of 69 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Hartline performs near average in knee (35 vs 41 avg), near average in hip (34 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Hartline's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (35 cases) and hip replacements (34 cases).
The Woodlands is home to 16 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the The Woodlands area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Hartline extend back to 2020, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 69 in the most recent data, a 527% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Hartline's 35 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. Hartline Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hartline's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 527% from 11 procedures in 2020 to 69 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. Hartline
How does Dr. Hartline's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Hartline has performed 69 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Texas average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hartline ranks #145 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hartline perform?
Dr. Hartline's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases) and hip replacement (34 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hartline in The Woodlands?
Yes. There are 16 orthopedic surgeons in The Woodlands 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. Hartline 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. Hartline's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 69 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Hartline's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hartline's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2020 to 69 in the most recent data, a 527% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 69 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Hartline perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hartline's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases), hip replacement (34 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hartline affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hartline is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Hospital System, Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital, Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital.
How does Dr. Hartline compare to other orthopedic surgeons in The Woodlands?
Among the 16 orthopedic surgeons in The Woodlands, Dr. Hartline ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in The Woodlands has 176 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hartline practices?
Memorial Hermann Hospital System (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital (5 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 The Woodlands, Texas
Dr. Hartline's 69 Medicare procedures are below the The Woodlands average of 91. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in The Woodlands.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Eric Price | 176 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Brian Chimenti | 125 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kelly Blevins | 94 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Rabah Qadir | 64 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Neville Flowers | 56 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Raheel Ali | 54 | Hip, Knee |
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