Dr. Gregory Sprowls, M.D.
Contact & Location
254-724-2111
Temple, TX 76508
Easley, SC 29640
Dr. Sprowls performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 65% of orthopedic surgeons in Texas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #48 of 140 ranked shoulder surgeons in Texas.
About Dr. Sprowls
Practice. Dr. Gregory Sprowls is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Temple, Texas. The latest annual CMS data records 27 shoulder replacements. That is #48 in Texas for shoulder replacement. Dr. Sprowls also holds credentials in Sports Medicine. A Medicare provider since 2017.
Trend. Dr. Sprowls first appears in the Medicare data in 2024. With 1 year on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 27 procedures is near the national average of 29.
Local context. Temple has 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 1 year: 27 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Sprowls 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
If you are considering shoulder replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
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Home Safety: Creating Your Recovery SanctuaryRoom-by-room modifications, equipment recommendations, and fall-prevention strategies to prepare your home for a safe post-surgical recovery.
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.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full shoulder replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Sprowls
How does Dr. Sprowls's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Sprowls has performed 27 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. Sprowls ranks #392 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sprowls perform?
Dr. Sprowls's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 27 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sprowls in Temple?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Temple 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. Sprowls 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Sprowls's total volume across all insurers at roughly 70 to 90 procedures against the 27 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sprowls affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sprowls is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple, Adventhealth Central Texas, Scott & White Hospital-Round Rock.
How does Dr. Sprowls compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Temple?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Temple, Dr. Sprowls ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Temple has 136 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sprowls practices?
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Adventhealth Central Texas (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Scott & White Hospital-Round Rock (4 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 Temple, Texas
Dr. Sprowls's 27 Medicare procedures are below the Temple average of 56. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Temple.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kirby Hitt | 136 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Clint Barnett | 68 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bryce Allen | 58 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Donavan Murphy | 48 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Kevin Caperton | 40 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Scott Munroe | 18 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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