Dr. John Fackler, M.D.
Contact & Location
936-321-8000
Shenandoah, TX 77385
Dr. Fackler performs more knee replacement procedures than 78% of orthopedic surgeons in Texas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #104 of 489 ranked knee surgeons in Texas.
About Dr. Fackler
Practice. Dr. John Fackler is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Shenandoah, Texas. The latest annual CMS data records 55 knee replacements. That is #104 in Texas for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 8 years. Volume rose from 13 procedures a year to 55, up 323%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 55 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Shenandoah 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 | 13 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 26 |
| 2020 | 37 |
| 2021 | 36 |
| 2022 | 48 |
| 2023 | 48 |
| 2024 | 55 |
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. Fackler Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Fackler's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 323% from 13 procedures in 2013 to 55 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Fackler
How does Dr. Fackler's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Fackler has performed 55 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Fackler ranks #211 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Fackler perform?
Dr. Fackler's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 55 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Fackler in Shenandoah?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Shenandoah 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. Fackler 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. Fackler's total volume across all insurers at roughly 200 to 240 procedures against the 55 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. Fackler's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Fackler's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2013 to 55 in the most recent data, a 323% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 55 procedures in 2024.
Which hospitals is Dr. Fackler affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Fackler is affiliated with Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Fackler practices?
Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital (5 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 Shenandoah, Texas
Dr. Fackler's 55 Medicare procedures are above the Shenandoah average of 36. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Shenandoah.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Navid | 16 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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