Dr. Curtis Bush, M.D.
Contact & Location
817-854-9969
Fort Worth, TX 76132
Weatherford, TX 76086
Dr. Bush performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 77% of orthopedic surgeons in Texas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #31 of 140 ranked shoulder surgeons in Texas.
About Dr. Bush
Practice. Dr. Curtis Bush is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fort Worth, Texas. The latest annual CMS data records 36 shoulder replacements. That is #31 in Texas for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2009.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2017 to 2024, 8 years. Volume rose from 14 procedures a year to 36, up 157%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 36 procedures is above the national average of 29.
Local context. Fort Worth has 24 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 20 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 36 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Bush Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bush's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 157% from 14 procedures in 2017 to 36 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 Shoulder Replacement
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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bush
How does Dr. Bush's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Bush has performed 36 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. Bush ranks #326 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bush perform?
Dr. Bush's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 36 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bush in Fort Worth?
Yes. There are 24 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Worth 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. Bush 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Bush's total volume across all insurers at roughly 100 to 120 procedures against the 36 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.
Has Dr. Bush's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bush's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2017 to 36 in the most recent data, a 157% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 36 procedures in 2024.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bush affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bush is affiliated with Baylor Scott And White Surgical Hospital Fortworth, Texas Health Harris Methodist Fort Worth, Texas Health Huguley Hospital Fort Worth South, Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southwest F, Palo Pinto General Hospital.
How does Dr. Bush compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fort Worth?
Among the 24 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Worth, Dr. Bush ranks #14 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Fort Worth has 168 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bush practices?
Baylor Scott And White Surgical Hospital Fortworth (hip/knee complication rate above national average); Texas Health Harris Methodist Fort Worth (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Texas Health Huguley Hospital Fort Worth South (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 Fort Worth, Texas
Dr. Bush's 36 Medicare procedures are below the Fort Worth average of 129. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fort Worth.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ajai Cadambi | 168 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Theodore Crofford | 154 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey McGowen | 148 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Ogden | 142 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Schmidt | 129 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nathan Haile | 123 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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