Dr. Joel Dennison, M.D.
Contact & Location
817-877-3432
Fort Worth, TX 76132
Cleveland, OH 44195
Dr. Dennison performs more hip replacement procedures than 23% of orthopedic surgeons in Texas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #218 of 285 ranked hip surgeons in Texas.
About Dr. Dennison
Practice. Dr. Joel Dennison is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fort Worth, Texas. The latest annual CMS data records 15 knee replacements and 15 hip replacements, 30 procedures in all. That is #414 in Texas for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2019.
Trend. Dr. Dennison first appears in the Medicare data in 2024. With 1 year on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 15 procedures is below the national average of 36. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Fort Worth has 24 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Dennison also holds hospital privileges in TX and OH, a practice that extends beyond Texas.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 1 year: 30 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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee 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. Dennison 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 Hip Replacement
If you are considering hip replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
Understanding the progression from conservative treatments to surgical intervention, and how to determine when hip replacement becomes the right choice.
Questions to Ask Your Surgeon Before Joint ReplacementA practical checklist of questions covering experience, technique, hospital choice, and recovery expectations to discuss during your surgical consultation.
Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
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.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after hip replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full hip replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Dennison
How does Dr. Dennison's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Dennison has performed 30 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. Dennison ranks #358 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dennison perform?
Dr. Dennison's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (15 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dennison in Fort Worth?
Yes. There are 24 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Worth 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. Dennison 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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Dennison's total volume across all insurers at roughly 100 to 130 procedures against the 30 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.
Does Dr. Dennison perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Dennison's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (15 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dennison affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dennison is affiliated with Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southwest F, Lutheran Hospital, Hillcrest Hospital. Dr. Dennison maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Dennison compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fort Worth?
Among the 24 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Worth, Dr. Dennison ranks #19 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Fort Worth has 168 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dennison practices?
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southwest F (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Lutheran Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Hillcrest Hospital (5 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 Fort Worth, Texas
Dr. Dennison's 30 Medicare procedures are below the Fort Worth average of 128. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fort Worth.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ajai Cadambi | 168 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Theodore Crofford | 154 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey McGowen | 148 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Ogden | 142 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Schmidt | 129 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nathan Haile | 123 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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