Knee
Dr. Joshua Acree, D.O.
Dr. Joshua Acree is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Rockwall, Texas. Dr. Acree has performed 17 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #388 in Texas.
In Texas, Dr. Acree performs below average in knee (17 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Acree's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 17 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Rockwall is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Rockwall area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Acree first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Acree's 17 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Acree Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
Rockwall, TX 75032
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Acree
How does Dr. Acree's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Acree has performed 17 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Texas average is 56 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Acree ranks #464 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Acree perform?
Dr. Acree's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 17 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Acree in Rockwall?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Rockwall 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. Acree 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. Acree's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 17 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Acree affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Acree is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Kaufman, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Rockwall, Hunt Regional Healthcare.
How does Dr. Acree compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Rockwall?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Rockwall, Dr. Acree ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Rockwall has 119 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Acree practices?
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Rockwall (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Hunt Regional Healthcare (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 Rockwall, Texas
Dr. Acree's 17 Medicare procedures are below the Rockwall average of 44. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Rockwall.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Mohammad Burney | 119 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bruno Gross | 51 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Aldrich | 33 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. John Zavala | 22 | Knee |
| Dr. Danilo Volpini | 20 | Knee |
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