Dr. Karl Pankratz

Orthopedic Surgery

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
25 verified cases
#289 in Texas
Shoulder Replacement
14 verified cases
#90 in Texas
Hip Replacement
13 verified cases
#243 in Texas

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)

Questions to Ask Dr. Pankratz

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (52 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Pankratz, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 068-792-4329
4110 22nd Pl
Lubbock, TX 79410
NPI: 1649464033
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 18 years of practice experience
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available
Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.