Dr. J Appleton, M.D.
Contact & Location
972-566-5255
Dallas, TX 75230
Dallas, TX 75246
Frisco, TX 75034
Plano, TX 75093
Dr. Appleton performs more knee replacement procedures than 49% of orthopedic surgeons in Texas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #245 of 489 ranked knee surgeons in Texas.
About Dr. Appleton
Practice. Dr. J Appleton is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Dallas, Texas. The latest annual CMS data records 30 knee replacements and 18 hip replacements, 48 procedures in all. That is #245 in Texas for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 107 in 2018 and stands at 48 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 30 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Dallas has 40 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 | 20 | 23 |
| 2014 | 18 | 23 |
| 2015 | 35 | 36 |
| 2016 | 48 | 48 |
| 2017 | 43 | 42 |
| 2018 | 56 | 51 |
| 2019 | 49 | 46 |
| 2020 | 33 | 33 |
| 2021 | 28 | 42 |
| 2022 | 45 | 35 |
| 2023 | 22 | 14 |
| 2024 | 18 | 30 |
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. Appleton Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Appleton's recorded volume peaked at 107 procedures in 2018 and stood at 48 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Appleton
How does Dr. Appleton's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Appleton has performed 48 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Appleton ranks #246 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Appleton perform?
Dr. Appleton's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases) and hip replacement (18 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Appleton in Dallas?
Yes. There are 40 orthopedic surgeons in Dallas 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. Appleton 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. Appleton's total volume across all insurers at roughly 160 to 200 procedures against the 48 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. Appleton's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Appleton's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 107 procedures in 2018 and was 48 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Appleton perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Appleton's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases), hip replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Appleton affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Appleton is affiliated with Medical City Plano, Methodist Hospital For Surgery, Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Uptown, Medical City Dallas.
How does Dr. Appleton compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Dallas?
Among the 40 orthopedic surgeons in Dallas, Dr. Appleton ranks #17 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Dallas has 231 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Appleton practices?
Medical City Plano (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Methodist Hospital For Surgery (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Uptown (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 Dallas, Texas
Dr. Appleton's 48 Medicare procedures are below the Dallas average of 168. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Dallas.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Paul Peters | 231 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Gladnick | 215 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Champine | 212 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tyler Freeman | 172 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bradford Waddell | 166 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kurt Kitziger | 134 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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