Dr. Robert Frangie, MD
Contact & Location
Bellaire, TX 77401
Dr. Robert Frangie is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bellaire, Texas. Dr. Frangie has performed 14 Medicare-verified hip replacements, ranking #244 in Texas.
In Texas, Dr. Frangie performs below average in hip (14 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Frangie's Medicare data shows a focused hip replacement practice with 14 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Bellaire is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bellaire area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Frangie first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Frangie's 14 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 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. Frangie Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
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 Hip Replacement
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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Frangie
How does Dr. Frangie's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Frangie has performed 14 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. Frangie ranks #517 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Frangie perform?
Dr. Frangie's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 14 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Frangie in Bellaire?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Bellaire 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. Frangie 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. Frangie's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 14 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Frangie affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Frangie is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital, Memorial Hermann Texas Medical Center, Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, Memorial Hermann Hospital System.
How does Dr. Frangie compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bellaire?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Bellaire, Dr. Frangie ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Bellaire has 122 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Frangie practices?
Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Memorial Hermann Texas Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center (3 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 Bellaire, Texas
Dr. Frangie's 14 Medicare procedures are below the Bellaire average of 55. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bellaire.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Rodriguez Quintana | 122 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Parsley | 70 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Doherty | 55 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Berkman | 15 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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