Dr. Ian Whitney, M.D.
Contact & Location
Boerne, TX 78015
Dr. Ian Whitney is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Boerne, Texas. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Whitney has performed 26 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#290 in Texas) and 25 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 51 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Whitney performs below average in knee (26 vs 42 avg), near average in shoulder (25 vs 27 avg).
Dr. Whitney's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (26 cases) and shoulder replacements (25 cases).
Boerne is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Boerne area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Whitney extend back to 2017, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 16 to 51 in the most recent data, a 219% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Whitney's 26 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Whitney Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Whitney's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 219% from 16 procedures in 2017 to 51 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. Whitney
How does Dr. Whitney's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Whitney has performed 51 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Whitney ranks #233 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Whitney perform?
Dr. Whitney's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (26 cases) and shoulder replacement (25 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Whitney in Boerne?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Boerne 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. Whitney 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. Whitney's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 51 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Whitney's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Whitney's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2017 to 51 in the most recent data, a 219% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 63 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Whitney perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Whitney's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (26 cases), shoulder replacement (25 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Whitney affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Whitney is affiliated with Ut Health San Antonio Multispecialty & Research Ho, Baptist Medical Center, University Health System.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Whitney practices?
Baptist Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); University Health System (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 Boerne, Texas
Dr. Whitney's 51 Medicare procedures are above the Boerne average of 34. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Boerne.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Joel Nilsson | 16 | Knee |
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