Dr. Nicholas Iagulli, MD
Contact & Location
N Richlnd Hls, TX 76180
Dr. Nicholas Iagulli is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in N Richlnd Hls, Texas. Dr. Iagulli has performed 12 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#471 in Texas) and 11 hip replacements, for a combined total of 23 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Iagulli performs below average in knee (12 vs 42 avg), below average in hip (11 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Iagulli's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (12 cases) and hip replacements (11 cases).
Dr. Iagulli is the only orthopedic surgeon in N Richlnd Hls represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Iagulli first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2019. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Iagulli's 12 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 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. Iagulli Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Iagulli has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2019. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Iagulli
How does Dr. Iagulli's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Iagulli has performed 23 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. Iagulli ranks #413 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Iagulli perform?
Dr. Iagulli's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (12 cases) and hip replacement (11 cases).
Where is Dr. Iagulli's practice located?
Dr. Iagulli practices in N Richlnd Hls, Texas. The office is located at 8210 Mid Cities Blvd, N Richlnd Hls, TX 76180. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Iagulli for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Iagulli 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. Iagulli's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 23 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Iagulli perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Iagulli's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (12 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Iagulli affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Iagulli is affiliated with Baylor Medical Center At Trophy Club, Medical City North Hills.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Iagulli practices?
Baylor Medical Center At Trophy Club (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Medical City North Hills (2 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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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