Contact & Location
817-556-3212
Cleburne, TX 76033
Dr. Harman performs more knee replacement procedures than 68% of orthopedic surgeons in Texas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #153 of 489 ranked knee surgeons in Texas.
About Dr. Harman
Practice. Dr. Bradley Harman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cleburne, Texas. The latest annual CMS data records 43 knee replacements. That is #153 in Texas for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 36 procedures a year to 43, up 19%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 43 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Cleburne has 3 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 | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 36 | 0 |
| 2014 | 28 | 0 |
| 2015 | 22 | 0 |
| 2016 | 22 | 0 |
| 2017 | 40 | 0 |
| 2018 | 32 | 0 |
| 2019 | 47 | 0 |
| 2020 | 30 | 0 |
| 2021 | 30 | 0 |
| 2022 | 35 | 12 |
| 2023 | 37 | 0 |
| 2024 | 43 | 0 |
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. Harman Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Harman's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 19% from 36 procedures in 2013 to 43 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Harman
How does Dr. Harman's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Harman has performed 43 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Texas average is 57 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Harman ranks #278 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Harman perform?
Dr. Harman's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 43 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Harman in Cleburne?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Cleburne 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. Harman 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. Harman's total volume across all insurers at roughly 150 to 190 procedures against the 43 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. Harman's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Harman's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 36 procedures in 2013 to 43 in the most recent data, a 19% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 47 procedures in 2019.
Which hospitals is Dr. Harman affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Harman is affiliated with Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Cleburne, Texas Health Harris Methodist Fort Worth, Glen Rose Medical Center.
How does Dr. Harman compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cleburne?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Cleburne, Dr. Harman ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Harman has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Harman practices?
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Cleburne (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Texas Health Harris Methodist Fort Worth (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Glen Rose Medical Center (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 Cleburne, Texas
Dr. Harman's 43 Medicare procedures are above the Cleburne average of 26. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cleburne.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Blaine Farless | 22 | Knee |
| Dr. Sara Haynes | 13 | Hip |
Patient Resources & Verification
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