Hip
Dr. Dustin Rinehart, M.D.
Dr. Dustin Rinehart is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Schertz, Texas. Dr. Rinehart has performed 17 Medicare-verified hip replacements, ranking #186 in Texas.
In Texas, Dr. Rinehart performs below average in hip (17 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Rinehart's Medicare data shows a focused hip replacement practice with 17 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.
Schertz is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Schertz area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Rinehart first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Rinehart's 17 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 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. Rinehart Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
Schertz, TX 78154
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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
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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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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. Rinehart
How does Dr. Rinehart's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Rinehart has performed 17 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. Rinehart ranks #456 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Rinehart perform?
Dr. Rinehart's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 17 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Rinehart in Schertz?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Schertz 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. Rinehart 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. Rinehart's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 17 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Rinehart affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Rinehart is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center, Peterson Regional Medical Center, Uvalde Memorial Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Rinehart practices?
Baptist Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Peterson Regional Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Uvalde Memorial 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 Schertz, Texas
Dr. Rinehart's 17 Medicare procedures are below the Schertz average of 36. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Schertz.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Emmanuel Nwelue | 54 | Hip, Knee |
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