Dr. Houston Braly, M.D.
Contact & Location
Sugar Land, TX 77479
Dr. Houston Braly is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sugar Land, Texas. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Braly has performed 66 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#81 in Texas) and 43 hip replacements, for a combined total of 109 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Braly performs above average in knee (66 vs 42 avg), above average in hip (43 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Braly's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (66 cases) and hip replacements (43 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Braly holds additional credentials in Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Sugar Land is home to 11 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Sugar Land area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Braly extend back to 2018, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 34 to 109 in the most recent data, a 221% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Braly's 66 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Braly Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Braly's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 221% from 34 procedures in 2018 to 109 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. Braly
How does Dr. Braly's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Braly has performed 109 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Braly ranks #73 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Braly perform?
Dr. Braly's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (66 cases) and hip replacement (43 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Braly in Sugar Land?
Yes. There are 11 orthopedic surgeons in Sugar Land 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. Braly 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. Braly's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 109 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Braly's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Braly's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 34 procedures in 2018 to 109 in the most recent data, a 221% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 109 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Braly perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Braly's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (66 cases), hip replacement (43 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Braly affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Braly is affiliated with Texas Orthopedic Hospital, Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital, Houston Methodist Sugarland Hospital, Matagorda Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Braly compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Sugar Land?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in Sugar Land, Dr. Braly ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Braly is among the highest-volume surgeons in Sugar Land.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Braly practices?
Texas Orthopedic Hospital (hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Houston Methodist Sugarland Hospital (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 Sugar Land, Texas
Dr. Braly's 109 Medicare procedures are above the Sugar Land average of 73. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Sugar Land.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Kent | 144 | Knee |
| Dr. Carl Hicks | 70 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Rivers | 57 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Timothy Sitter | 50 | Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Pearl | 40 | Hip |
| Dr. Ashvin Dewan | 39 | Hip, Knee |
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