Dr. David Neal, M.D.
Contact & Location
Flower Mound, TX 75028
Dr. David Neal is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Flower Mound, Texas. A Medicare provider since 2016, Dr. Neal has performed 48 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#42 in Texas) and 17 knee replacements, for a combined total of 65 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Neal performs above average in hip (48 vs 31 avg), below average in knee (17 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Neal's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (48 cases) and knee replacements (17 cases).
Flower Mound is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Flower Mound area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Neal first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,532 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Neal's 48 verified procedures is above the national average of 36.
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. Neal Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Neal has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. 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. Neal
How does Dr. Neal's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Neal has performed 65 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Neal ranks #164 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Neal perform?
Dr. Neal's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (48 cases) and knee replacement (17 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Neal in Flower Mound?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Flower Mound 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. Neal 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. Neal's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 65 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Neal perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Neal's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (48 cases), knee replacement (17 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Neal affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Neal is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Flower Mound, Dallas Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Neal compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Flower Mound?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Flower Mound, Dr. Neal ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Neal is among the highest-volume surgeons in Flower Mound.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Neal practices?
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Flower Mound (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Dallas Regional Medical Center (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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Flower Mound, Texas
Dr. Neal's 65 Medicare procedures are above the Flower Mound average of 50. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Flower Mound.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Heerwagen | 84 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Aaron Schrayer | 51 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Evanich | 41 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Manuj Singhal | 33 | Knee |
| Dr. Ian Wilkofsky | 28 | Knee, Shoulder |
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