Dr. Muzaffar Ali, MD, DO
Contact & Location
Abilene, TX 79601
Dr. Muzaffar Ali is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Abilene, Texas. Dr. Ali has performed 25 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#135 in Texas) and 18 knee replacements, for a combined total of 43 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Ali performs near average in hip (25 vs 31 avg), below average in knee (18 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Ali's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (25 cases) and knee replacements (18 cases).
Abilene is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Abilene area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Ali first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Ali's 25 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
How Dr. Ali Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
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. Ali
How does Dr. Ali's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Ali has performed 43 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. Ali ranks #274 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ali perform?
Dr. Ali's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (25 cases) and knee replacement (18 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ali in Abilene?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Abilene 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. Ali represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Ali's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 43 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Ali perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ali's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (25 cases), knee replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ali affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ali is affiliated with Hendrick Medical Center.
How does Dr. Ali compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Abilene?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Abilene, Dr. Ali ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Abilene has 120 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ali practices?
Hendrick Medical Center (2 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 Abilene, Texas
Dr. Ali's 43 Medicare procedures are below the Abilene average of 53. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Abilene.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Elliott Vann | 120 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jeremy Britten | 65 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Samuel Maroney | 55 | Knee |
| Dr. Derek Padon | 35 | Knee |
| Dr. David Stark | 28 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Shannon Cooke | 23 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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