Dr. John Sparks, M.D.
Dr. John Sparks is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Conroe, Texas. Dr. Sparks has performed 58 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#101 in Texas) and 20 hip replacements, for a combined total of 78 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Sparks performs above average in knee (58 vs 41 avg), below average in hip (20 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Sparks's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (58 cases) and hip replacements (20 cases).
Dr. Sparks is the only orthopedic surgeon in Conroe represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Sparks extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 50 to 78 in the most recent data, a 56% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Sparks's 58 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Sparks Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
Conroe, TX 77304
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sparks's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 56% from 50 procedures in 2013 to 78 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. Sparks
How does Dr. Sparks's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Sparks has performed 78 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Texas average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Sparks ranks #120 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sparks perform?
Dr. Sparks's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (58 cases) and hip replacement (20 cases).
Where is Dr. Sparks's practice located?
Dr. Sparks practices in Conroe, Texas. The office is located at 1020 Riverwood Ct., Conroe, TX 77304. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Sparks for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Sparks 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. Sparks's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 78 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Sparks's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Sparks's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 50 procedures in 2013 to 78 in the most recent data, a 56% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 78 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Sparks perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sparks's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (58 cases), hip replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sparks affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sparks is affiliated with St Lukes Lakeside Hospital, Aspire Hospital, Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital, Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sparks practices?
St Lukes Lakeside Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Houston Methodist The Woodlands 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.
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