Dr. Justin Brazeal, MD
Dr. Justin Brazeal is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in College Station, Texas. Dr. Brazeal has performed 21 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#328 in Texas) and 15 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 36 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Brazeal performs below average in knee (21 vs 41 avg), below average in shoulder (15 vs 26 avg).
Dr. Brazeal's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (21 cases) and shoulder replacements (15 cases).
College Station is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the College Station area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Brazeal extend back to 2013, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 36 in the most recent data, a 177% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Brazeal's 21 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. Brazeal Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
College Station, TX 77845
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Brazeal's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 177% from 13 procedures in 2013 to 36 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. Brazeal
How does Dr. Brazeal's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Brazeal has performed 36 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. Brazeal ranks #310 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Brazeal perform?
Dr. Brazeal's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases) and shoulder replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Brazeal in College Station?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in College Station 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. Brazeal 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. Brazeal's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 36 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Brazeal's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Brazeal's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2013 to 36 in the most recent data, a 177% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 36 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Brazeal perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Brazeal's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases), shoulder replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Brazeal affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Brazeal is affiliated with Chi St Joseph Health Regional Hospital, Burleson St Joseph Health Center.
How does Dr. Brazeal compare to other orthopedic surgeons in College Station?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in College Station, Dr. Brazeal ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in College Station has 161 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Brazeal practices?
Chi St Joseph Health Regional Hospital (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 College Station, Texas
Dr. Brazeal's 36 Medicare procedures are below the College Station average of 66. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in College Station.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Coy Wright | 161 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Barry Veazey | 96 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Colten Luedke | 70 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Joseph Iero | 37 | Knee |
| Dr. Michael Connally | 35 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Spaw | 25 | Knee |
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