Dr. David Martin, M.D.
Dr. David Martin is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Houston, Texas. Dr. Martin has performed 60 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#96 in Texas) and 21 hip replacements, for a combined total of 81 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Martin performs above average in knee (60 vs 41 avg), below average in hip (21 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Martin's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (60 cases) and hip replacements (21 cases).
Houston is home to 52 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Houston area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Martin first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Martin's 60 verified procedures is above 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. Martin Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
Houston, TX 77030
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Martin has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Martin
How does Dr. Martin's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Martin has performed 81 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Texas average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Martin ranks #112 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Martin perform?
Dr. Martin's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (60 cases) and hip replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Martin in Houston?
Yes. There are 52 orthopedic surgeons in Houston 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. Martin 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. Martin's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 81 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Martin perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Martin's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (60 cases), hip replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Martin affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Martin is affiliated with Chi St Luke'S Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me.
How does Dr. Martin compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Houston?
Among the 52 orthopedic surgeons in Houston, Dr. Martin ranks #15 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Houston has 358 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Martin practices?
Chi St Luke'S Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me (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 Houston, Texas
Dr. Martin's 81 Medicare procedures are below the Houston average of 180. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Houston.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Stefan Kreuzer | 358 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robin Goytia | 198 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Vasilios Mathews | 182 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Stocks | 165 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kenneth Mathis | 147 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ugonna Ihekweazu | 131 | Hip, Knee |
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