Dr. Neville Flowers, M.D.
Contact & Location
The Woodlands, TX 77382
Dr. Neville Flowers is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in The Woodlands, Texas. A Medicare provider since 2011, Dr. Flowers has performed 38 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#193 in Texas) and 16 hip replacements, for a combined total of 54 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Flowers performs near average in knee (38 vs 42 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Flowers's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (38 cases) and hip replacements (16 cases).
The Woodlands is home to 14 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the The Woodlands area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Flowers extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 54 in the most recent data, a 391% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Flowers's 38 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Flowers Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Flowers's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 391% from 11 procedures in 2013 to 54 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Flowers
How does Dr. Flowers's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Flowers has performed 54 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Flowers ranks #217 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Flowers perform?
Dr. Flowers's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (38 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Flowers 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. Flowers 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. Flowers's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 54 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Flowers's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Flowers's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2013 to 54 in the most recent data, a 391% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 56 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Flowers perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Flowers's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (38 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Flowers affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Flowers is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Hospital System, Hca Houston Healthcare Tomball, Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital.
How does Dr. Flowers compare to other orthopedic surgeons in The Woodlands?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in The Woodlands, Dr. Flowers ranks #7 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. Flowers practices?
Memorial Hermann Hospital System (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Hca Houston Healthcare Tomball (2 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. Flowers's 54 Medicare procedures are below the The Woodlands average of 94. 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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