Dr. Rosemary Buckle, M.D.
Dr. Rosemary Buckle is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Columbus, Texas. Dr. Buckle has performed 31 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#235 in Texas) and 13 hip replacements, for a combined total of 44 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Buckle performs below average in knee (31 vs 41 avg), below average in hip (13 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Buckle's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (31 cases) and hip replacements (13 cases).
Dr. Buckle is the only orthopedic surgeon in Columbus represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Buckle first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Buckle's 31 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Buckle Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
Columbus, TX 78934
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Buckle has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
Hospital Affiliations
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Buckle
How does Dr. Buckle's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Buckle has performed 44 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Texas average is 56 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Buckle ranks #259 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Buckle perform?
Dr. Buckle's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (31 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Where is Dr. Buckle's practice located?
Dr. Buckle practices in Columbus, Texas. The office is located at 107 Shult Dr, Columbus, TX 78934. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Buckle for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Buckle 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. Buckle's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 44 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Buckle perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Buckle's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (31 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Buckle affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Buckle is affiliated with Columbus Community Hospital, Rice Medical Center, Lavaca Medical Center.
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