Dr. Ryan Veurink, MD
Dr. Ryan Veurink is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Kerrville, Texas. Dr. Veurink has completed 109 knee replacements (#31 in Texas), 44 hip replacements, and 34 shoulder replacements, totaling 187 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Veurink performs well above average in knee (109 vs 41 avg), above average in hip (44 vs 30 avg), above average in shoulder (34 vs 26 avg).
Dr. Veurink performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (109 cases), followed by hip replacements (44) and shoulder replacements (34).
Kerrville is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Kerrville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Veurink extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 98 to 187 in the most recent data, a 91% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Veurink's 109 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
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. Veurink Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
Kerrville, TX 78028
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Veurink's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 91% from 98 procedures in 2013 to 187 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. Veurink
How does Dr. Veurink's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Veurink has performed 187 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Texas average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Veurink ranks #16 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Veurink perform?
Dr. Veurink performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (109 cases), hip replacement (44 cases), shoulder replacement (34 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Veurink in Kerrville?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Kerrville 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. Veurink 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. Veurink's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 187 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Veurink's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Veurink's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 98 procedures in 2013 to 187 in the most recent data, a 91% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 187 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Veurink perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Veurink's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (109 cases), hip replacement (44 cases), shoulder replacement (34 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Veurink among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Veurink affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Veurink is affiliated with Peterson Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Veurink compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Kerrville?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Kerrville, Dr. Veurink ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Veurink has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Veurink practices?
Peterson Regional Medical Center (4 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 Kerrville, Texas
Dr. Veurink's 187 Medicare procedures are above the Kerrville average of 125. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Kerrville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Donald Morris | 131 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Robert Mitchell | 58 | Hip, Knee |
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