Dr. Coy Wright, MD
Contact & Location
College Station, TX 77845
Dr. Coy Wright is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in College Station, Texas. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Wright has performed 72 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#66 in Texas) and 33 hip replacements, for a combined total of 105 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Wright performs above average in knee (72 vs 42 avg), near average in hip (33 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Wright's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (72 cases) and hip replacements (33 cases).
College Station is home to 9 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. Wright extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 83 to 105 in the most recent data, a 27% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Wright's 72 verified procedures is above 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. Wright Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wright's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 27% from 83 procedures in 2013 to 105 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. Wright
How does Dr. Wright's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Wright has performed 105 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Wright ranks #80 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wright perform?
Dr. Wright's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (72 cases) and hip replacement (33 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Wright in College Station?
Yes. There are 9 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. Wright 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. Wright's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 105 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Wright's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Wright's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 83 procedures in 2013 to 105 in the most recent data, a 27% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 161 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Wright perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Wright's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (72 cases), hip replacement (33 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wright affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Wright is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center- College Stati, Baylor Scott & White Hospital Brenham, Chi St Joseph Health Regional Hospital, Burleson St Joseph Health Center, Baylor Scott & White Hospital Brenham.
How does Dr. Wright compare to other orthopedic surgeons in College Station?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in College Station, Dr. Wright ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Wright has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Wright practices?
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center- College Stati (4 out of 5 CMS stars, 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. Wright's 105 Medicare procedures are above the College Station average of 57. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in College Station.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Colten Luedke | 80 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Joseph Iero | 56 | Knee |
| Dr. Justin Brazeal | 55 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Clarence Kee | 41 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Connally | 41 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Spaw | 20 | Knee |
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