Dr. Dylan Homen, MD
Contact & Location
Lubbock, TX 79416
Dr. Dylan Homen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Homen has performed 66 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#82 in Texas) and 12 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 78 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Homen performs above average in knee (66 vs 42 avg), below average in shoulder (12 vs 27 avg).
Dr. Homen's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 85% of reported Medicare volume.
Lubbock is home to 11 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lubbock area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Homen also maintains hospital privileges in TX and NM, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Texas.
Dr. Homen first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Homen's 66 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Homen Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
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. Homen
How does Dr. Homen's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Homen has performed 78 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Homen ranks #121 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Homen perform?
Dr. Homen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (66 cases) and shoulder replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Homen in Lubbock?
Yes. There are 11 orthopedic surgeons in Lubbock 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. Homen 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. Homen's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 78 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Homen perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Homen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (66 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Homen affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Homen is affiliated with Lubbock Heart Hospital Lp, University Medical Center, Grace Surgical Hospital, Plains Regional Medical Center, Covenant Medical Center. Dr. Homen maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Homen compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lubbock?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in Lubbock, Dr. Homen ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Lubbock has 282 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Homen practices?
Lubbock Heart Hospital Lp (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); University Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Grace Surgical Hospital (3 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 Lubbock, Texas
Dr. Homen's 78 Medicare procedures are below the Lubbock average of 119. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lubbock.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Shephard | 282 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jordan Simpson | 235 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Matthew Blue | 90 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Karl Pankratz | 70 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. George Brindley | 40 | Knee |
| Dr. Jason Ramsey | 40 | Shoulder |
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