Shoulder
Dr. Donald Dolce, M.D.
Dr. Donald Dolce is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fort Worth, Texas. Dr. Dolce has performed 19 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #68 in Texas.
In Texas, Dr. Dolce performs below average in shoulder (19 vs 26 avg).
Dr. Dolce's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 19 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.
Fort Worth is home to 23 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Fort Worth area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Dolce extend back to 2019, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 19 in the most recent data, a 58% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Dolce's 19 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 28 among 2,092 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. Dolce Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
Fort Worth, TX 76104
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dolce's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 58% from 12 procedures in 2019 to 19 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Dolce
How does Dr. Dolce's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Dolce has performed 19 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. Dolce ranks #441 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dolce perform?
Dr. Dolce's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 19 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dolce in Fort Worth?
Yes. There are 23 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Worth 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. Dolce 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. Dolce's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 19 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Dolce's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Dolce's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2019 to 19 in the most recent data, a 58% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 24 procedures in 2021.
How does Dr. Dolce compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fort Worth?
Among the 23 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Worth, Dr. Dolce ranks #20 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Fort Worth has 166 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Fort Worth, Texas
Dr. Dolce's 19 Medicare procedures are below the Fort Worth average of 122. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fort Worth.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffrey McGowen | 166 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ajai Cadambi | 163 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Theodore Crofford | 145 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Schmidt | 139 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Ogden | 123 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nathan Haile | 100 | Hip, Knee |
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