Knee
Dr. Dalton Heath, M.D.
Dr. Dalton Heath is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Huntsville, Texas. Dr. Heath has performed 17 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #378 in Texas.
In Texas, Dr. Heath performs below average in knee (17 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Heath's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 17 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Dr. Heath is the only orthopedic surgeon in Huntsville represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Heath's Medicare data spans 10 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 34 procedures in 2013 before settling at 17 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Heath's 17 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Heath Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
Huntsville, TX 77340
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Heath's recorded volume peaked at 34 procedures in 2013 and stood at 17 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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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Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
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.
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. Heath
How does Dr. Heath's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Heath has performed 17 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Texas average is 56 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Heath ranks #457 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Heath perform?
Dr. Heath's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 17 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Heath's practice located?
Dr. Heath practices in Huntsville, Texas. The office is located at 129 Medical Park Ln, Huntsville, TX 77340. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Heath for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Heath 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. Heath's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 17 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Heath's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Heath's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 34 procedures in 2013 and was 17 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Which hospitals is Dr. Heath affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Heath is affiliated with Huntsville Memorial Hospital, Hca Houston Healthcare Conroe, Aspire Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Heath practices?
Huntsville Memorial Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Hca Houston Healthcare Conroe (2 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.
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