Dr. Roger Emerson, M.D.
Contact & Location
Plano, TX 75093
Dr. Roger Emerson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Plano, Texas. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Emerson has performed 120 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#23 in Texas) and 80 hip replacements, for a combined total of 200 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Emerson performs well above average in knee (120 vs 42 avg), well above average in hip (80 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Emerson's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (120 cases) and hip replacements (80 cases).
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. Emerson extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 162 to 200 in the most recent data, a 23% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Emerson's 120 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
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. Emerson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Emerson's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 23% from 162 procedures in 2013 to 200 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. Emerson
How does Dr. Emerson's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Emerson has performed 200 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Emerson ranks #17 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Emerson perform?
Dr. Emerson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (120 cases) and hip replacement (80 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Emerson 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. Emerson 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. Emerson's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 200 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Emerson's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Emerson's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 162 procedures in 2013 to 200 in the most recent data, a 23% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 233 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Emerson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Emerson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (120 cases), hip replacement (80 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Emerson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Emerson is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, Legent Orthopedic Hospital, Texas Health Center For Diagnostics & Surgery Plan, Methodist Hospital For Surgery, Hendrick Medical Center.
How does Dr. Emerson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Plano?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Plano, Dr. Emerson ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Emerson is among the highest-volume surgeons in Plano.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Emerson practices?
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Legent Orthopedic Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Texas Health Center For Diagnostics & Surgery Plan (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. Emerson's 200 Medicare procedures are above the Plano average of 162. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Plano.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Khalid Yousuf | 301 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Montgomery | 176 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Barrington | 143 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Wright | 136 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Reitman | 106 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. J Richard Evanson | 74 | Hip, Knee |
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