Hip
Dr. Nathan Rogers, MD
Dr. Nathan Rogers is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Houston, Texas. Dr. Rogers has performed 25 Medicare-verified hip replacements, ranking #127 in Texas.
In Texas, Dr. Rogers performs near average in hip (25 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Rogers's Medicare data shows a focused hip replacement practice with 25 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Houston is home to 52 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Houston area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Rogers's Medicare data spans 3 years, beginning in 2021. Volume peaked at 45 procedures in 2022 before settling at 25 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Rogers's 25 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Rogers Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
Houston, TX 77030
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Rogers's recorded volume peaked at 45 procedures in 2022 and stood at 25 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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 Hip Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Rogers
How does Dr. Rogers's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Rogers has performed 25 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Texas average is 56 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Rogers ranks #386 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Rogers perform?
Dr. Rogers's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 25 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Rogers in Houston?
Yes. There are 52 orthopedic surgeons in Houston 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. Rogers 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. Rogers's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 25 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Rogers's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Rogers's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 45 procedures in 2022 and was 25 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Which hospitals is Dr. Rogers affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Rogers is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Texas Medical Center, Memorial Hermann Hospital System, Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital, Hca Houston Healthcare Kingwood.
How does Dr. Rogers compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Houston?
Among the 52 orthopedic surgeons in Houston, Dr. Rogers ranks #42 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Houston has 358 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Rogers practices?
Memorial Hermann Texas Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Memorial Hermann Hospital System (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital (3 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 Houston, Texas
Dr. Rogers's 25 Medicare procedures are below the Houston average of 172. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Houston.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Stefan Kreuzer | 358 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robin Goytia | 198 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Vasilios Mathews | 182 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Stocks | 165 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kenneth Mathis | 147 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ugonna Ihekweazu | 131 | Hip, Knee |
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