Dr. Roger McCown, DO
Contact & Location
Tyler, TX 75701
Dr. Roger McCown is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Tyler, Texas. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. McCown has performed 75 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#60 in Texas) and 17 hip replacements, for a combined total of 92 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. McCown performs above average in knee (75 vs 42 avg), below average in hip (17 vs 31 avg).
Dr. McCown's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 82% of reported Medicare volume.
Tyler is home to 15 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Tyler area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. McCown extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 63 to 92 in the most recent data, a 46% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. McCown's 75 verified procedures is above 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. McCown Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. McCown's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 46% from 63 procedures in 2013 to 92 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. McCown
How does Dr. McCown's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. McCown has performed 92 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. McCown ranks #95 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. McCown perform?
Dr. McCown's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (75 cases) and hip replacement (17 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. McCown in Tyler?
Yes. There are 15 orthopedic surgeons in Tyler 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. McCown 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. McCown's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 92 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. McCown's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. McCown's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 63 procedures in 2013 to 92 in the most recent data, a 46% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 111 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. McCown perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. McCown's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (75 cases), hip replacement (17 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. McCown affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. McCown is affiliated with Christus Mother Frances Hospital.
How does Dr. McCown compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Tyler?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Tyler, Dr. McCown ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Tyler has 416 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. McCown practices?
Christus Mother Frances Hospital (4 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 Tyler, Texas
Dr. McCown's 92 Medicare procedures are below the Tyler average of 144. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Tyler.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kenneth Kaminski | 416 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Hester | 180 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Conflitti | 92 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Hobbs | 79 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Thomas Volatile | 76 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Wupperman | 72 | Shoulder |
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