Dr. Om Patel, M.D.
Contact & Location
Frisco, TX 75034
Dr. Om Patel is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Frisco, Texas. A Medicare provider since 2015, Dr. Patel has performed 26 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#286 in Texas) and 19 hip replacements, for a combined total of 45 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Patel performs below average in knee (26 vs 42 avg), below average in hip (19 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Patel's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (26 cases) and hip replacements (19 cases).
Frisco is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Frisco area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Patel first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Patel's 26 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. Patel Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Patel has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Patel
How does Dr. Patel's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Patel has performed 45 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. Patel ranks #262 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Patel perform?
Dr. Patel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (26 cases) and hip replacement (19 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Patel in Frisco?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Frisco 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. Patel 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. Patel's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 45 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Patel perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Patel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (26 cases), hip replacement (19 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Patel affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Methodist Mckinney Hospital, Medical City Plano, Ahs Sherman Medical Center, Baylor Medical Center At Frisco, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Centennial.
How does Dr. Patel compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Frisco?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Frisco, Dr. Patel ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Patel is among the highest-volume surgeons in Frisco.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Patel practices?
Methodist Mckinney Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Medical City Plano (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ahs Sherman Medical Center (4 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 Frisco, Texas
Dr. Patel's 45 Medicare procedures are below the Frisco average of 54. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Frisco.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kenneth Estrera | 112 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Florian Dibra | 79 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sean Haslam | 17 | Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Dold | 15 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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