Dr. Gregory Sprowls, MD
Contact & Location
Temple, TX 76508
Dr. Gregory Sprowls is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Temple, Texas. Dr. Sprowls has performed 27 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #48 in Texas.
In Texas, Dr. Sprowls performs near average in shoulder (27 vs 27 avg).
Dr. Sprowls's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 27 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Temple is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Temple area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Sprowls first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 2,213 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Sprowls's 27 verified procedures is near the national average of 29.
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. 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
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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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 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. Sprowls's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 27 procedures shown here.
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.
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). 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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