Dr. Laura Torres-Barre, M.D.
Contact & Location
713-486-6000
Pearland, TX 77584
Dr. Torres-Barre performs more knee replacement procedures than 68% of orthopedic surgeons in Texas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #154 of 489 ranked knee surgeons in Texas.
About Dr. Torres-Barre
Practice. Dr. Laura Torres-Barre is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pearland, Texas. The latest annual CMS data records 43 knee replacements and 14 hip replacements, 57 procedures in all. That is #154 in Texas for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 14 procedures a year to 57, up 307%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 43 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Pearland has 4 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 | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 14 |
| 2014 | 0 | 25 |
| 2015 | 11 | 25 |
| 2016 | 12 | 38 |
| 2017 | 0 | 33 |
| 2018 | 0 | 37 |
| 2019 | 0 | 40 |
| 2020 | 16 | 29 |
| 2021 | 0 | 45 |
| 2022 | 13 | 33 |
| 2023 | 14 | 47 |
| 2024 | 14 | 43 |
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. Torres-Barre Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Torres-Barre's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 307% from 14 procedures in 2013 to 57 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Torres-Barre
How does Dr. Torres-Barre's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Torres-Barre has performed 57 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Torres-Barre ranks #196 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Torres-Barre perform?
Dr. Torres-Barre's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (43 cases) and hip replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Torres-Barre in Pearland?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Pearland 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. Torres-Barre 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. Torres-Barre's total volume across all insurers at roughly 200 to 240 procedures against the 57 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. Torres-Barre's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Torres-Barre's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2013 to 57 in the most recent data, a 307% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 61 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Torres-Barre perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Torres-Barre's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (43 cases), hip replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Torres-Barre affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Torres-Barre is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Hospital System, Memorial Hermann Houston Physicians Hospital, Oakbend Medical Center, Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital.
How does Dr. Torres-Barre compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Pearland?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Pearland, Dr. Torres-Barre ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Torres-Barre is among the highest-volume surgeons in Pearland.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Torres-Barre practices?
Memorial Hermann Hospital System (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Memorial Hermann Houston Physicians Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Oakbend Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Pearland, Texas
Dr. Torres-Barre's 57 Medicare procedures are above the Pearland average of 41. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Pearland.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Burke | 60 | Knee |
| Dr. Zayde Radwan | 31 | Knee |
| Dr. Eddie Huang | 16 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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