Dr. Brian Chimenti, M.D.
Contact & Location
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Dr. Brian Chimenti is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in The Woodlands, Texas. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Chimenti has performed 89 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#49 in Texas) and 26 hip replacements, for a combined total of 115 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Chimenti performs well above average in knee (89 vs 42 avg), near average in hip (26 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Chimenti's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 77% of reported Medicare volume.
The Woodlands is home to 14 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. Chimenti extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 59 to 115 in the most recent data, a 95% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Chimenti's 89 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Chimenti Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Chimenti's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 95% from 59 procedures in 2013 to 115 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. Chimenti
How does Dr. Chimenti's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Chimenti has performed 115 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Chimenti ranks #66 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Chimenti perform?
Dr. Chimenti's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (89 cases) and hip replacement (26 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Chimenti in The Woodlands?
Yes. There are 14 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. Chimenti 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. Chimenti's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 115 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Chimenti's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Chimenti's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 59 procedures in 2013 to 115 in the most recent data, a 95% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 125 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Chimenti perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Chimenti's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (89 cases), hip replacement (26 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Chimenti affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Chimenti is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Hospital System, Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital, Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital.
How does Dr. Chimenti compare to other orthopedic surgeons in The Woodlands?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in The Woodlands, Dr. Chimenti ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Chimenti is among the highest-volume surgeons in The Woodlands.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Chimenti 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. Chimenti's 115 Medicare procedures are above the The Woodlands average of 94. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in The Woodlands.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Eric Price | 174 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Raheel Ali | 89 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Braden Hartline | 88 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kelly Blevins | 69 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Rabah Qadir | 66 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Neville Flowers | 54 | Hip, Knee |
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