Dr. Charles Vega, M.D.
Contact & Location
979-299-6900
Lake Jackson, TX 77566
Lake Jackson, TX 77566
Dr. Vega performs more knee replacement procedures than 3% of orthopedic surgeons in Texas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #474 of 489 ranked knee surgeons in Texas.
About Dr. Vega
Practice. Dr. Charles Vega is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lake Jackson, Texas. The latest annual CMS data records 12 knee replacements. That is #474 in Texas for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Dr. Vega first appears in the Medicare data in 2024. With 1 year on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 12 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 1 year: 12 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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. Vega Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
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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An overview of current surgical approaches including robotic-assisted and minimally invasive techniques, implant options, and expected outcomes.
What to Expect on the Day of SurgeryA step-by-step walkthrough of your surgical day, from pre-op preparation through anesthesia, the procedure itself, and the first hours of recovery.
Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full knee replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Vega
How does Dr. Vega's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Vega has performed 12 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. Vega ranks #564 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Vega perform?
Dr. Vega's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 12 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Vega's practice located?
Dr. Vega practices in Lake Jackson, Texas. The office is located at 217a Oak Dr S, Lake Jackson, TX 77566. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Vega for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Vega 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. Vega's total volume across all insurers at roughly 40 to 50 procedures against the 12 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Vega affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Vega is affiliated with Chi St Luke'S Health Brazosport, Sweeny Community Hospital, Matagorda Regional Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Vega practices?
Chi St Luke'S Health Brazosport (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Matagorda Regional Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Patient Resources & Verification
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