Dr. Joseph Conflitti, MD
Dr. Joseph Conflitti is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Tyler, Texas. Dr. Conflitti has performed 63 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#89 in Texas) and 31 hip replacements, for a combined total of 94 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Conflitti performs above average in knee (63 vs 41 avg), near average in hip (31 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Conflitti's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (63 cases) and hip replacements (31 cases).
Tyler is home to 15 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Tyler area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Conflitti extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 52 to 94 in the most recent data, a 81% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Conflitti's 63 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. Conflitti Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
Tyler, TX 75701
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Conflitti's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 81% from 52 procedures in 2013 to 94 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. Conflitti
How does Dr. Conflitti's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Conflitti has performed 94 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Texas average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Conflitti ranks #94 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Conflitti perform?
Dr. Conflitti's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (63 cases) and hip replacement (31 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Conflitti in Tyler?
Yes. There are 15 orthopedic surgeons in Tyler 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. Conflitti 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. Conflitti's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 94 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Conflitti's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Conflitti's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 52 procedures in 2013 to 94 in the most recent data, a 81% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 94 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Conflitti perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Conflitti's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (63 cases), hip replacement (31 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Conflitti affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Conflitti is affiliated with Ut Health East Texas Tyler Regional Hospital, University Of Texas Health Science Center At Tyler, Christus Mother Frances Hospital.
How does Dr. Conflitti compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Tyler?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Tyler, Dr. Conflitti ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Tyler has 452 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Conflitti practices?
Ut Health East Texas Tyler Regional Hospital (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); University Of Texas Health Science Center At Tyler (3 out of 5 CMS stars); Christus Mother Frances Hospital (4 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 Tyler, Texas
Dr. Conflitti's 94 Medicare procedures are below the Tyler average of 156. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Tyler.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kenneth Kaminski | 452 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Hester | 157 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Volatile | 116 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Roger McCown | 111 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Phillips | 90 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Walker | 75 | Knee |
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