Dr. Bryce Allen, MD
Dr. Bryce Allen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Temple, Texas. Dr. Allen has performed 35 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#201 in Texas) and 31 hip replacements, for a combined total of 66 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Allen performs near average in knee (35 vs 41 avg), near average in hip (31 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Allen's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (35 cases) and hip replacements (31 cases).
Temple is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Temple area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Allen's Medicare record spans 11 years from 2013 through 2023. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 40 to 82 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Dr. Allen'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. Allen Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
Temple, TX 76508
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Allen's procedure volume has been consistent across 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 40 to 82 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Allen
How does Dr. Allen's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Allen has performed 66 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Texas average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Allen ranks #154 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Allen perform?
Dr. Allen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases) and hip replacement (31 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Allen in Temple?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Temple 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. Allen 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. Allen's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 66 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Allen's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Allen's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 40 to 82 procedures per year between 2013 and 2023. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Allen perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Allen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases), hip replacement (31 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Allen affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Allen is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple, Adventhealth Central Texas.
How does Dr. Allen compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Temple?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Temple, Dr. Allen ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Allen is among the highest-volume surgeons in Temple.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Allen practices?
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Adventhealth Central Texas (3 out of 5 CMS stars, 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 Temple, Texas
Dr. Allen's 66 Medicare procedures are above the Temple average of 65. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Temple.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kirby Hitt | 182 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Clint Barnett | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Donavan Murphy | 53 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Kevin Caperton | 40 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Russell Ward | 24 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Daniel Stahl | 18 | Shoulder |
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