Dr. David Neal, M.D.
Contact & Location
972-420-1776
Flower Mound, TX 75028
Dr. Neal performs more hip replacement procedures than 85% of orthopedic surgeons in Texas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #42 of 285 ranked hip surgeons in Texas.
About Dr. Neal
Practice. Dr. David Neal is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Flower Mound, Texas. The latest annual CMS data records 48 hip replacements and 17 knee replacements, 65 procedures in all. That is #42 in Texas for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2016.
Trend. Dr. Neal first appears in the Medicare data in 2023. With 2 years on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 48 procedures is above the national average of 36.
Local context. Flower Mound has 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 2 years: 25 procedures in 2023 and 65 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee 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. 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Hip Replacement
If you are considering hip replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
Understanding the progression from conservative treatments to surgical intervention, and how to determine when hip replacement becomes the right choice.
Prehabilitation: Preparing Your Body for SurgeryEvidence-based exercises and lifestyle adjustments that can improve surgical outcomes and speed recovery when started weeks before your procedure.
Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after hip replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full hip replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
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 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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Neal's total volume across all insurers at roughly 210 to 270 procedures against the 65 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.
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, Carrollton 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); Carrollton Regional Medical Center (2 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 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 |
Patient Resources & Verification
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