Dr. Richard Edeen, M.D.
Dr. Richard Edeen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in La Grange, Texas. Dr. Edeen has performed 24 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#295 in Texas) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 36 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Edeen performs below average in knee (24 vs 41 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Edeen's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (24 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Dr. Edeen is the only orthopedic surgeon in La Grange represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Edeen extend back to 2020, covering 3 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 17 to 36 in the most recent data, a 112% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Edeen's 24 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 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. Edeen Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
La Grange, TX 78945
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Edeen's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 112% from 17 procedures in 2020 to 36 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. Edeen
How does Dr. Edeen's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Edeen has performed 36 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. Edeen ranks #307 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Edeen perform?
Dr. Edeen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Where is Dr. Edeen's practice located?
Dr. Edeen practices in La Grange, Texas. The office is located at 2 Saint Marks Pl Ste 110, La Grange, TX 78945. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Edeen for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Edeen 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. Edeen's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 36 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Edeen's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Edeen's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 17 procedures in 2020 to 36 in the most recent data, a 112% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 36 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Edeen perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Edeen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Edeen affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Edeen is affiliated with Hill Country Memorial Hospital, Peterson Regional Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Edeen 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.
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