Dr. Richard Reitman, M.D.
Dr. Richard Reitman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Plano, Texas. Dr. Reitman has completed 39 hip replacements (#60 in Texas), 34 knee replacements, and 22 shoulder replacements, totaling 95 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Reitman performs above average in hip (39 vs 30 avg), near average in knee (34 vs 41 avg), near average in shoulder (22 vs 26 avg).
Dr. Reitman performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is hip replacements (39 cases), followed by knee replacements (34) and shoulder replacements (22).
Plano is home to 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Plano area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Reitman extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 69 to 95 in the most recent data, a 38% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Reitman's 39 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
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. Reitman Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
Plano, TX 75093
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Reitman's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 38% from 69 procedures in 2013 to 95 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. Reitman
How does Dr. Reitman's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Reitman has performed 95 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Texas average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Reitman ranks #92 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Reitman perform?
Dr. Reitman performs all three major joint replacement procedures: hip replacement (39 cases), knee replacement (34 cases), shoulder replacement (22 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Reitman in Plano?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Plano 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. Reitman 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. Reitman's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 95 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Reitman's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Reitman's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 69 procedures in 2013 to 95 in the most recent data, a 38% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 98 procedures in 2015.
Does Dr. Reitman perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Reitman's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (39 cases), knee replacement (34 cases), shoulder replacement (22 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Reitman among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Reitman affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Reitman is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen, Dallas Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Reitman compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Plano?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Plano, Dr. Reitman ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Plano has 290 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Reitman practices?
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Dallas Regional Medical Center (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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Plano, Texas
Dr. Reitman's 95 Medicare procedures are below the Plano average of 150. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Plano.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Khalid Yousuf | 290 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Roger Emerson | 187 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Montgomery | 175 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Barrington | 151 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Wright | 94 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Sun | 60 | Hip, Knee |
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