Dr. George White, MD PA
Dr. George White is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Seguin, Texas. Dr. White has completed 48 knee replacements (#137 in Texas), 15 hip replacements, and 14 shoulder replacements, totaling 77 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Texas, Dr. White performs near average in knee (48 vs 41 avg), below average in hip (15 vs 30 avg), below average in shoulder (14 vs 26 avg).
Dr. White performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (48 cases), followed by hip replacements (15) and shoulder replacements (14).
Seguin is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Seguin area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. White's Medicare record spans 11 years from 2013 through 2023. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 60 to 120 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. White's 48 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. White Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
Seguin, TX 78155
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. White's procedure volume has been consistent across 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 60 to 120 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. White
How does Dr. White's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. White has performed 77 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Texas average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. White ranks #122 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. White perform?
Dr. White performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (48 cases), hip replacement (15 cases), shoulder replacement (14 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. White in Seguin?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Seguin 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. White 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. White's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 77 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. White's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. White's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 60 to 120 procedures per year between 2013 and 2023. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. White perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. White's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (48 cases), hip replacement (15 cases), shoulder replacement (14 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. White among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. White affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. White is affiliated with Guadalupe Regional Medical Center, Yoakum Community Hospital, Connally Memorial Medical Center, Otto Kaiser Memorial Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. White practices?
Guadalupe Regional Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Connally Memorial Medical Center (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 Seguin, Texas
Dr. White's 77 Medicare procedures are below the Seguin average of 87. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Seguin.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jack Deetjen | 96 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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