Dr. Colten Luedke, D.O
Dr. Colten Luedke is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in College Station, Texas. Dr. Luedke has completed 38 knee replacements (#181 in Texas), 20 shoulder replacements, and 12 hip replacements, totaling 70 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Luedke performs near average in knee (38 vs 41 avg), below average in shoulder (20 vs 26 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Luedke performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (38 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (20) and hip replacements (12).
College Station is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the College Station area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Luedke extend back to 2018, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 18 to 70 in the most recent data, a 289% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Luedke's 38 verified procedures is near 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. Luedke Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
College Station, TX 77845
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Luedke's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 289% from 18 procedures in 2018 to 70 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. Luedke
How does Dr. Luedke's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Luedke has performed 70 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Texas average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Luedke ranks #143 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Luedke perform?
Dr. Luedke performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (38 cases), shoulder replacement (20 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Luedke in College Station?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in College Station 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. Luedke 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. Luedke's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 70 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Luedke's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Luedke's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 18 procedures in 2018 to 70 in the most recent data, a 289% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 75 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Luedke perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Luedke's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (38 cases), shoulder replacement (20 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Luedke among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Luedke affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Luedke is affiliated with Physicians Centre,The, Bellville Medical Center, Chi St Joseph Health Regional Hospital, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center- College Stati.
How does Dr. Luedke compare to other orthopedic surgeons in College Station?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in College Station, Dr. Luedke ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Luedke is among the highest-volume surgeons in College Station.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Luedke practices?
Physicians Centre,The (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Chi St Joseph Health Regional Hospital (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 College Station, Texas
Dr. Luedke's 70 Medicare procedures are above the College Station average of 66. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in College Station.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Coy Wright | 161 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Barry Veazey | 96 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Joseph Iero | 37 | Knee |
| Dr. Justin Brazeal | 36 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Connally | 35 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Spaw | 25 | Knee |
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