Dr. Casey Taber, MD
Contact & Location
San Antonio, TX 78258
Dr. Casey Taber is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in San Antonio, Texas. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Taber has performed 129 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#18 in Texas) and 43 hip replacements, for a combined total of 172 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Taber performs well above average in knee (129 vs 42 avg), above average in hip (43 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Taber's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 75% of reported Medicare volume.
San Antonio is home to 41 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 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 37 to 172 in the most recent data, a 365% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Taber's 129 verified procedures is more than 2x 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. Taber Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Taber's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 365% from 37 procedures in 2013 to 172 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. Taber
How does Dr. Taber's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Taber has performed 172 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Taber ranks #25 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Taber perform?
Dr. Taber's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (129 cases) and hip replacement (43 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Taber with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Taber ranks #18 in Texas for knee replacement with 129 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 582 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Taber in San Antonio?
Yes. There are 41 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 172 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 172 in the most recent data, a 365% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 172 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Taber perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Taber's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (129 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 41 orthopedic surgeons in San Antonio, Dr. Taber ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in San Antonio has 383 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 172 Medicare procedures are below the San Antonio average of 195. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in San Antonio.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Phelps | 383 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Bryan Kaiser | 235 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Ursone | 191 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Robert Girling | 155 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Morrey | 116 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Louis Stryker | 110 | Hip, Knee |
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