Dr. Gregory Schwartz, M.D.
Contact & Location
817-324-0993
Weatherford, TX 76086
Dr. Schwartz performs more knee replacement procedures than 34% of orthopedic surgeons in Texas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #320 of 489 ranked knee surgeons in Texas.
About Dr. Schwartz
Practice. Dr. Gregory Schwartz is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Weatherford, Texas. The latest annual CMS data records 23 knee replacements and 13 hip replacements, 36 procedures in all. That is #320 in Texas for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 27 procedures a year to 36, up 33%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 23 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Weatherford has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 27 |
| 2014 | 0 | 23 |
| 2015 | 0 | 27 |
| 2016 | 11 | 21 |
| 2017 | 0 | 35 |
| 2018 | 0 | 26 |
| 2019 | 0 | 20 |
| 2020 | 0 | 28 |
| 2021 | 0 | 18 |
| 2022 | 0 | 21 |
| 2023 | 0 | 25 |
| 2024 | 13 | 23 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Schwartz Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Schwartz's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 33% from 27 procedures in 2013 to 36 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Schwartz
How does Dr. Schwartz's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Schwartz has performed 36 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Texas average is 57 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Schwartz ranks #317 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Schwartz perform?
Dr. Schwartz's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (23 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Schwartz in Weatherford?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Weatherford 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. Schwartz represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Schwartz's total volume across all insurers at roughly 120 to 150 procedures against the 36 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Schwartz's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Schwartz's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 27 procedures in 2013 to 36 in the most recent data, a 33% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 36 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Schwartz perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Schwartz's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (23 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Schwartz affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Schwartz is affiliated with Medical City Weatherford, Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Azle, Texas Health Harris Methodist Fort Worth.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Schwartz practices?
Medical City Weatherford (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Texas Health Harris Methodist Fort Worth (4 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 Weatherford, Texas
Dr. Schwartz's 36 Medicare procedures are above the Weatherford average of 28. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Weatherford.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ricky Ford | 20 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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