Dr. Casey Taber, MD
Dr. Casey Taber is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in San Antonio, Texas. Dr. Taber has performed 78 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#58 in Texas) and 43 hip replacements, for a combined total of 121 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Taber performs above average in knee (78 vs 41 avg), above average in hip (43 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Taber's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (78 cases) and hip replacements (43 cases).
San Antonio is home to 46 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the San Antonio area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Taber extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 37 to 121 in the most recent data, a 227% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Taber's 78 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Taber Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
San Antonio, TX 78258
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Taber's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 227% from 37 procedures in 2013 to 121 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. Taber
How does Dr. Taber's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Taber has performed 121 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Texas average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Taber ranks #58 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Taber perform?
Dr. Taber's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (78 cases) and hip replacement (43 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Taber in San Antonio?
Yes. There are 46 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. Taber 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. Taber's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 121 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Taber's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Taber's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 37 procedures in 2013 to 121 in the most recent data, a 227% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 126 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Taber perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Taber's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (78 cases), hip replacement (43 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Taber affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Taber is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center, Uvalde Memorial Hospital, Christus Santa Rosa Medical Center, Peterson Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Taber compare to other orthopedic surgeons in San Antonio?
Among the 46 orthopedic surgeons in San Antonio, Dr. Taber ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in San Antonio has 350 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Taber 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); Christus Santa Rosa Medical Center (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. Taber's 121 Medicare procedures are below the San Antonio average of 176. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in San Antonio.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Phelps | 350 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Bryan Kaiser | 221 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Ursone | 210 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Robert Girling | 141 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sergio Viroslav | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Morrey | 93 | Hip, Knee |
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