Dr. John Sparks, M.D.
Contact & Location
936-539-2663
Conroe, TX 77304
Webster, TX 77598
Webster, TX 77598
Dr. Sparks performs more knee replacement procedures than 57% of orthopedic surgeons in Texas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #209 of 489 ranked knee surgeons in Texas.
About Dr. Sparks
Practice. Dr. John Sparks is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Conroe, Texas. The latest annual CMS data records 35 knee replacements and 17 hip replacements, 52 procedures in all. That is #209 in Texas for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 28 and 78 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 35 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 22 | 28 |
| 2014 | 0 | 28 |
| 2015 | 0 | 29 |
| 2016 | 19 | 20 |
| 2017 | 18 | 29 |
| 2018 | 25 | 25 |
| 2019 | 27 | 34 |
| 2020 | 13 | 27 |
| 2021 | 17 | 26 |
| 2022 | 16 | 32 |
| 2023 | 20 | 58 |
| 2024 | 17 | 35 |
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. Sparks Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sparks's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 28 to 78 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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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.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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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 52 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Sparks ranks #227 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sparks perform?
Dr. Sparks's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases) and hip replacement (17 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 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. Sparks's total volume across all insurers at roughly 180 to 220 procedures against the 52 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. Sparks's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Sparks's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 28 to 78 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Sparks perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sparks's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases), hip replacement (17 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, St Luke'S The Woodlands 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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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