Dr. Scott Smith, M.D.
Contact & Location
512-439-1000
Round Rock, TX 78665
Leander, TX 78641
Dr. Smith performs more knee replacement procedures than 39% of orthopedic surgeons in Texas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #297 of 489 ranked knee surgeons in Texas.
About Dr. Smith
Practice. Dr. Scott Smith is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Round Rock, Texas. The latest annual CMS data records 26 knee replacements and 15 hip replacements, 41 procedures in all. That is #297 in Texas for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 12 procedures a year to 41, up 242%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 26 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Round Rock has 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 12 |
| 2014 | 0 | 14 |
| 2015 | 0 | 13 |
| 2016 | 0 | 35 |
| 2017 | 0 | 28 |
| 2018 | 0 | 24 |
| 2019 | 0 | 31 |
| 2020 | 0 | 20 |
| 2021 | 0 | 32 |
| 2022 | 11 | 36 |
| 2023 | 0 | 27 |
| 2024 | 15 | 26 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Smith Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Smith's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 242% from 12 procedures in 2013 to 41 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Smith
How does Dr. Smith's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Smith has performed 41 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. Smith ranks #288 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Smith perform?
Dr. Smith's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (26 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Smith in Round Rock?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Round Rock 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. Smith represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Smith's total volume across all insurers at roughly 140 to 170 procedures against the 41 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Smith's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Smith's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2013 to 41 in the most recent data, a 242% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 47 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Smith perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Smith's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (26 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Smith affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Smith is affiliated with St. David'S North Austin Medical Center, Ascension Seton Cedar Park, Adventhealth Central Texas.
How does Dr. Smith compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Round Rock?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Round Rock, Dr. Smith ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Smith is among the highest-volume surgeons in Round Rock.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Smith practices?
St. David'S North Austin Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ascension Seton Cedar Park (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Adventhealth Central Texas (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 Round Rock, Texas
Dr. Smith's 41 Medicare procedures are below the Round Rock average of 53. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Round Rock.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Valastro | 108 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Zachariah Logan | 49 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Okafor | 12 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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