Dr. Joshua Crum, MD
Contact & Location
San Marcos, TX 78666
Dr. Joshua Crum is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in San Marcos, Texas. Dr. Crum has performed 15 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #427 in Texas.
In Texas, Dr. Crum performs below average in knee (15 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Crum's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 15 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.
Dr. Crum is the only orthopedic surgeon in San Marcos represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Crum's Medicare record spans 6 years from 2017 through 2024. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 12 to 22 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Dr. Crum's 15 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Crum Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Crum's procedure volume has been consistent across 6 years of Medicare data, ranging from 12 to 22 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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Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
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. Crum
How does Dr. Crum's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Crum has performed 15 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Texas average is 57 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Crum ranks #505 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Crum perform?
Dr. Crum's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 15 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Crum's practice located?
Dr. Crum practices in San Marcos, Texas. The office is located at 1310 Wonder World Dr Ste 115, San Marcos, TX 78666. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Crum for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Crum 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. Crum's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 15 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Crum's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Crum's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 6 years of Medicare data, ranging from 12 to 22 procedures per year between 2017 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Crum affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Crum is affiliated with Ascension Seton Hays, Christus Santa Rosa Hospital-San Marcos.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Crum practices?
Ascension Seton Hays (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Christus Santa Rosa Hospital-San Marcos (4 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.
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