Dr. David Templin, M.D., PA
Contact & Location
830-625-0009
New Braunfels, TX 78130
Dr. Templin performs more knee replacement procedures than 66% of orthopedic surgeons in Texas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #163 of 489 ranked knee surgeons in Texas.
About Dr. Templin
Practice. Dr. David Templin is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in New Braunfels, Texas. The latest annual CMS data records 41 knee replacements, 16 hip replacements, and 16 shoulder replacements, 73 procedures in all. That is #163 in Texas for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 49 procedures a year to 73, up 49%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 41 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. New Braunfels has 5 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 | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 26 | 23 | 0 |
| 2014 | 15 | 21 | 0 |
| 2015 | 16 | 24 | 0 |
| 2016 | 20 | 22 | 0 |
| 2017 | 20 | 29 | 0 |
| 2018 | 15 | 34 | 0 |
| 2019 | 14 | 37 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 29 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 14 | 0 |
| 2022 | 13 | 23 | 0 |
| 2023 | 12 | 38 | 11 |
| 2024 | 16 | 41 | 16 |
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 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. Templin Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Templin's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 49% from 49 procedures in 2013 to 73 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Templin
How does Dr. Templin's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Templin has performed 73 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Templin ranks #137 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Templin perform?
Dr. Templin performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (41 cases), hip replacement (16 cases), shoulder replacement (16 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Templin in New Braunfels?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in New Braunfels 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. Templin 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Templin's total volume across all insurers at roughly 240 to 300 procedures against the 73 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. Templin's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Templin's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 49 procedures in 2013 to 73 in the most recent data, a 49% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 73 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Templin perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Templin's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (41 cases), hip replacement (16 cases), shoulder replacement (16 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Templin among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Templin affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Templin is affiliated with Christus Santa Rosa Hospital-San Marcos, Resolute Health Hospital, Children'S Hospital Of San Antonio, Baptist Medical Center, Guadalupe Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Templin compare to other orthopedic surgeons in New Braunfels?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in New Braunfels, Dr. Templin ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Templin is among the highest-volume surgeons in New Braunfels.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Templin practices?
Christus Santa Rosa Hospital-San Marcos (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Resolute Health Hospital (3 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 New Braunfels, Texas
Dr. Templin's 73 Medicare procedures are below the New Braunfels average of 74. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in New Braunfels.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Creighton Tubb | 130 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Trent Twitero | 71 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Vrana | 63 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Starch | 35 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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