Dr. Clinton Bell, M.D.
Contact & Location
Dallas, TX 75237
Dr. Clinton Bell is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Dallas, Texas. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Bell has performed 32 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#227 in Texas) and 16 hip replacements, for a combined total of 48 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Bell performs below average in knee (32 vs 42 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Bell's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (32 cases) and hip replacements (16 cases).
Dallas is home to 40 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Dallas area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Bell extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 35 to 48 in the most recent data, a 37% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Bell's 32 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Bell Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bell's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 37% from 35 procedures in 2013 to 48 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. Bell
How does Dr. Bell's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Bell has performed 48 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bell ranks #247 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bell perform?
Dr. Bell's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (32 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bell in Dallas?
Yes. There are 40 orthopedic surgeons in Dallas 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. Bell 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. Bell's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 48 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Bell's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bell's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 35 procedures in 2013 to 48 in the most recent data, a 37% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 74 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Bell perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bell's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (32 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bell affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bell is affiliated with Baylor Scott And White Orthopedic And Spine Hospi, Methodist Charlton Medical Center.
How does Dr. Bell compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Dallas?
Among the 40 orthopedic surgeons in Dallas, Dr. Bell ranks #18 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Dallas has 231 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bell practices?
Baylor Scott And White Orthopedic And Spine Hospi (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Methodist Charlton Medical Center (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 Dallas, Texas
Dr. Bell's 48 Medicare procedures are below the Dallas average of 168. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Dallas.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Paul Peters | 231 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Gladnick | 215 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Champine | 212 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tyler Freeman | 172 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bradford Waddell | 166 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kurt Kitziger | 134 | Hip, Knee |
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