Dr. Joel Nilsson, M.D.
Contact & Location
210-481-1700
Boerne, TX 78006
San Antonio, TX 78258
Dr. Nilsson performs more knee replacement procedures than 17% of orthopedic surgeons in Texas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #405 of 489 ranked knee surgeons in Texas.
About Dr. Nilsson
Practice. Dr. Joel Nilsson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Boerne, Texas. The latest annual CMS data records 16 knee replacements. That is #405 in Texas for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2015 to 2024, 6 years. Volume has held between 13 and 16 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 16 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Boerne has 2 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 | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 0 |
| 2024 | 16 |
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. 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. Nilsson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Nilsson's procedure volume has been consistent across 6 years of Medicare data, ranging from 13 to 16 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Nilsson
How does Dr. Nilsson's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Nilsson has performed 16 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. Nilsson ranks #485 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Nilsson perform?
Dr. Nilsson's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 16 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Nilsson 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. Nilsson 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, which puts Dr. Nilsson's total volume across all insurers at roughly 60 to 70 procedures against the 16 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. Nilsson's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Nilsson's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 6 years of Medicare data, ranging from 13 to 16 procedures per year between 2015 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Nilsson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Nilsson is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Nilsson practices?
Baptist Medical Center (3 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 Boerne, Texas
Dr. Nilsson's 16 Medicare procedures are below the Boerne average of 34. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Boerne.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ian Whitney | 51 | Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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