Dr. Kirby Hitt, M.D.
Contact & Location
254-724-2111
Temple, TX 76508
Dr. Hitt performs more knee replacement procedures than 93% of orthopedic surgeons in Texas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #31 of 489 ranked knee surgeons in Texas.
About Dr. Hitt
Dr. Kirby Hitt is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Temple, Texas. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Hitt performed 106 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#31 in Texas) and 30 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 136 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Hitt performs well above the state average in knee (106 vs 42), near the state average in hip (30 vs 31).
Dr. Hitt's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 78% of reported Medicare volume.
Temple is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Temple area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Hitt's Medicare record spans 12 years from 2013 through 2024. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 134 to 212 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Hitt's 106 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 39 | 120 | 0 |
| 2014 | 47 | 123 | 14 |
| 2015 | 43 | 129 | 15 |
| 2016 | 42 | 143 | 16 |
| 2017 | 46 | 137 | 15 |
| 2018 | 46 | 133 | 0 |
| 2019 | 44 | 168 | 0 |
| 2020 | 43 | 123 | 0 |
| 2021 | 42 | 92 | 0 |
| 2022 | 42 | 159 | 0 |
| 2023 | 43 | 139 | 0 |
| 2024 | 30 | 106 | 0 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Hitt Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hitt's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 134 to 212 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Hitt
How does Dr. Hitt's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Hitt has performed 136 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hitt ranks #47 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hitt perform?
Dr. Hitt's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (106 cases) and hip replacement (30 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hitt 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. Hitt 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Hitt's total volume across all insurers at roughly 470 to 580 procedures against the 136 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. Hitt's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Hitt's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 134 to 212 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Hitt perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hitt's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (106 cases), hip replacement (30 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hitt affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hitt is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple, Adventhealth Central Texas, Scott & White Hospital-Round Rock, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest.
How does Dr. Hitt compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Temple?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Temple, Dr. Hitt ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Hitt has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hitt practices?
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Adventhealth Central Texas (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Scott & White Hospital-Round Rock (4 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. Hitt's 136 Medicare procedures are above the Temple average of 56. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Temple.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Clint Barnett | 68 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bryce Allen | 58 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Donavan Murphy | 48 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Kevin Caperton | 40 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Gregory Sprowls | 27 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Scott Munroe | 18 | Knee |
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