Dr. Kevin Caperton, M.D.
Contact & Location
254-298-2400
Temple, TX 76502
Dr. Caperton performs more knee replacement procedures than 27% of orthopedic surgeons in Texas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #356 of 489 ranked knee surgeons in Texas.
About Dr. Caperton
Practice. Dr. Kevin Caperton is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Temple, Texas. The latest annual CMS data records 20 knee replacements and 20 shoulder replacements, 40 procedures in all. That is #356 in Texas for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2014 to 2024, 11 years. Volume rose from 12 procedures a year to 40, up 233%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 20 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Temple has 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 12 |
| 2015 | 16 | 15 |
| 2016 | 0 | 20 |
| 2017 | 13 | 22 |
| 2018 | 0 | 21 |
| 2019 | 0 | 16 |
| 2020 | 14 | 15 |
| 2021 | 14 | 29 |
| 2022 | 19 | 25 |
| 2023 | 25 | 15 |
| 2024 | 20 | 20 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Caperton Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Caperton's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 233% from 12 procedures in 2014 to 40 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. Caperton
How does Dr. Caperton's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Caperton has performed 40 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. Caperton ranks #299 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Caperton perform?
Dr. Caperton's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases) and shoulder replacement (20 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Caperton in Temple?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Temple 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. Caperton represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Caperton's total volume across all insurers at roughly 130 to 160 procedures against the 40 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Caperton's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Caperton's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2014 to 40 in the most recent data, a 233% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 44 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Caperton perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Caperton's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases), shoulder replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Caperton affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Caperton is affiliated with Seton Medical Center Harker Heights, Ascension Seton Williamson, St David'S Medical Center.
How does Dr. Caperton compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Temple?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Temple, Dr. Caperton ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Temple has 136 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Caperton practices?
Seton Medical Center Harker Heights (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Ascension Seton Williamson (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); St David'S Medical Center (5 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 Temple, Texas
Dr. Caperton's 40 Medicare procedures are below the Temple average of 56. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Temple.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kirby Hitt | 136 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Clint Barnett | 68 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bryce Allen | 58 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Donavan Murphy | 48 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Gregory Sprowls | 27 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Scott Munroe | 18 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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