Dr. Geoffrey Glebus, DO
Contact & Location
San Antonio, TX 78240
Dr. Geoffrey Glebus is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in San Antonio, Texas. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Glebus has completed 30 hip replacements (#103 in Texas), 30 shoulder replacements, and 17 knee replacements, totaling 77 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Glebus performs near average in hip (30 vs 31 avg), near average in shoulder (30 vs 27 avg), below average in knee (17 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Glebus performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is hip replacements (30 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (30) and knee replacements (17).
San Antonio is home to 41 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the San Antonio area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Glebus extend back to 2019, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 34 to 77 in the most recent data, a 126% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,532 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Glebus's 30 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
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. Glebus Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Glebus's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 126% from 34 procedures in 2019 to 77 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. Glebus
How does Dr. Glebus's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Glebus has performed 77 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Glebus ranks #123 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Glebus perform?
Dr. Glebus performs all three major joint replacement procedures: hip replacement (30 cases), shoulder replacement (30 cases), knee replacement (17 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Glebus in San Antonio?
Yes. There are 41 orthopedic surgeons in San Antonio 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. Glebus 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. Glebus's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 77 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Glebus's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Glebus's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 34 procedures in 2019 to 77 in the most recent data, a 126% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 82 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Glebus perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Glebus's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (30 cases), shoulder replacement (30 cases), knee replacement (17 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Glebus among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Glebus affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Glebus is affiliated with Methodist Hospital Stone Oak, Legent Orthopedic + Spine, Methodist Hospital.
How does Dr. Glebus compare to other orthopedic surgeons in San Antonio?
Among the 41 orthopedic surgeons in San Antonio, Dr. Glebus ranks #10 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in San Antonio has 383 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Glebus practices?
Methodist Hospital Stone Oak (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Legent Orthopedic + Spine (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Methodist 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 San Antonio, Texas
Dr. Glebus's 77 Medicare procedures are below the San Antonio average of 190. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in San Antonio.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Phelps | 383 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Bryan Kaiser | 235 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Ursone | 191 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Casey Taber | 172 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Girling | 155 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Morrey | 116 | Hip, Knee |
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