Dr. Richard Ursone, MD
Contact & Location
210-396-5246
San Antonio, TX 78216
Dr. Ursone performs more knee replacement procedures than 94% of orthopedic surgeons in Texas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #26 of 489 ranked knee surgeons in Texas.
About Dr. Ursone
Dr. Richard Ursone is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in San Antonio, Texas. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Ursone completed 116 knee replacements (#26 in Texas), 50 hip replacements, and 25 shoulder replacements in the latest annual CMS data, totaling 191 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Ursone performs well above the state average in knee (116 vs 42), above the state average in hip (50 vs 31), near the state average in shoulder (25 vs 27).
Dr. Ursone performs all three major joint replacement procedures (hip, knee, and shoulder), indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (116 cases), followed by hip replacements (50) and shoulder replacements (25).
San Antonio is home to 41 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the San Antonio area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Ursone extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 56 to 191 in the most recent data, a 241% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Ursone's 116 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 | 15 | 41 | 0 |
| 2014 | 18 | 60 | 0 |
| 2015 | 23 | 51 | 0 |
| 2016 | 19 | 55 | 0 |
| 2017 | 32 | 92 | 13 |
| 2018 | 33 | 102 | 13 |
| 2019 | 27 | 93 | 15 |
| 2020 | 35 | 72 | 15 |
| 2021 | 34 | 104 | 16 |
| 2022 | 38 | 140 | 11 |
| 2023 | 47 | 141 | 22 |
| 2024 | 50 | 116 | 25 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Ursone Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ursone's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 241% from 56 procedures in 2013 to 191 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Ursone
How does Dr. Ursone's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Ursone has performed 191 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Ursone ranks #18 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ursone perform?
Dr. Ursone performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (116 cases), hip replacement (50 cases), shoulder replacement (25 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ursone in San Antonio?
Yes. There are 41 orthopedic surgeons in San Antonio 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. Ursone represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Ursone's total volume across all insurers at roughly 630 to 790 procedures against the 191 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Ursone's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Ursone's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 56 procedures in 2013 to 191 in the most recent data, a 241% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 210 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Ursone perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ursone's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (116 cases), hip replacement (50 cases), shoulder replacement (25 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Ursone among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ursone affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ursone is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center, Guadalupe Regional Medical Center, Resolute Health Hospital.
How does Dr. Ursone compare to other orthopedic surgeons in San Antonio?
Among the 41 orthopedic surgeons in San Antonio, Dr. Ursone ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Ursone is among the highest-volume surgeons in San Antonio.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ursone practices?
Baptist Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Guadalupe Regional Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Resolute Health Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in San Antonio, Texas
Dr. Ursone's 191 Medicare procedures are below the San Antonio average of 195. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in San Antonio.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Phelps | 383 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Bryan Kaiser | 235 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Casey Taber | 172 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Girling | 155 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Morrey | 116 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Louis Stryker | 110 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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