Dr. Peter Romanick, M.D.
Contact & Location
830-997-4043
Fredericksburg, TX 78624
About Dr. Romanick
Dr. Peter Romanick is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fredericksburg, Texas. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Romanick completed 93 knee replacements (#43 in Texas), 39 hip replacements, and 22 shoulder replacements in the latest annual CMS data, totaling 154 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Romanick performs well above the state average in knee (93 vs 42), above the state average in hip (39 vs 31), near the state average in shoulder (22 vs 27).
Dr. Romanick performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (93 cases), followed by hip replacements (39) and shoulder replacements (22).
Fredericksburg is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Fredericksburg area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Romanick extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 74 to 154 in the most recent data, a 108% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Romanick's 93 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 19 | 55 | 0 |
| 2014 | 34 | 58 | 0 |
| 2015 | 39 | 66 | 0 |
| 2016 | 40 | 90 | 0 |
| 2017 | 38 | 78 | 12 |
| 2018 | 56 | 79 | 12 |
| 2019 | 42 | 122 | 24 |
| 2020 | 38 | 93 | 15 |
| 2021 | 32 | 91 | 31 |
| 2022 | 39 | 73 | 20 |
| 2023 | 36 | 87 | 23 |
| 2024 | 39 | 93 | 22 |
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. Romanick Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Romanick's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 108% from 74 procedures in 2013 to 154 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. Romanick
How does Dr. Romanick's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Romanick has performed 154 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Romanick ranks #35 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Romanick perform?
Dr. Romanick performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (93 cases), hip replacement (39 cases), shoulder replacement (22 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Romanick in Fredericksburg?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Fredericksburg 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. Romanick 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. Romanick's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 154 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Romanick's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Romanick's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 74 procedures in 2013 to 154 in the most recent data, a 108% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 188 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Romanick perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Romanick's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (93 cases), hip replacement (39 cases), shoulder replacement (22 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Romanick among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Romanick affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Romanick is affiliated with Hill Country Memorial Hospital, Peterson Regional Medical Center, Lillian M Hudspeth Memorial Hospital, Heart Of Texas Memorial Hospital, Schleicher County Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Romanick practices?
Hill Country Memorial Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Peterson Regional 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 Fredericksburg, Texas
Dr. Romanick's 154 Medicare procedures are above the Fredericksburg average of 124. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fredericksburg.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Clint Beicker | 94 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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