Dr. Kevin Coupe, M.D.
Contact & Location
713-486-8800
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Dr. Coupe performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 50% of orthopedic surgeons in Texas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #69 of 140 ranked shoulder surgeons in Texas.
About Dr. Coupe
Practice. Dr. Kevin Coupe is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in The Woodlands, Texas. The latest annual CMS data records 21 shoulder replacements. That is #69 in Texas for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2018 to 2024, 7 years. Volume has held between 12 and 31 procedures a year.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 21 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. The Woodlands has 14 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 | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 24 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 31 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 21 |
| 2023 | 26 |
| 2024 | 21 |
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 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. Coupe Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Coupe's procedure volume has been consistent across 7 years of Medicare data, ranging from 12 to 31 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 Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Coupe
How does Dr. Coupe's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Coupe has performed 21 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. Coupe ranks #440 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Coupe perform?
Dr. Coupe's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 21 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Coupe in The Woodlands?
Yes. There are 14 orthopedic surgeons in The Woodlands 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. Coupe 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Coupe's total volume across all insurers at roughly 60 to 70 procedures against the 21 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. Coupe's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Coupe's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 7 years of Medicare data, ranging from 12 to 31 procedures per year between 2018 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Coupe affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Coupe is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Hospital System, Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital, Aspire Hospital.
How does Dr. Coupe compare to other orthopedic surgeons in The Woodlands?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in The Woodlands, Dr. Coupe ranks #12 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in The Woodlands has 174 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Coupe practices?
Memorial Hermann Hospital System (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital (3 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in The Woodlands, Texas
Dr. Coupe's 21 Medicare procedures are below the The Woodlands average of 89. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in The Woodlands.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Eric Price | 174 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Brian Chimenti | 115 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Raheel Ali | 89 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Braden Hartline | 88 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kelly Blevins | 69 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Rabah Qadir | 66 | Hip, Knee |
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