Dr. Stefan Kreuzer, MD
Dr. Stefan Kreuzer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Houston, Texas. Dr. Kreuzer has performed 198 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#3 in Texas) and 160 hip replacements, for a combined total of 358 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Kreuzer performs well above average in knee (198 vs 41 avg), well above average in hip (160 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Kreuzer's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (198 cases) and hip replacements (160 cases).
Houston is home to 52 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Houston area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Kreuzer extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 157 to 358 in the most recent data, a 128% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Kreuzer's 198 verified procedures is more than 4x the national average of 45, ranking #58 nationally.
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. Kreuzer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
Houston, TX 77043
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kreuzer's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 128% from 157 procedures in 2013 to 358 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. Kreuzer
How does Dr. Kreuzer's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Kreuzer has performed 358 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 6x the Texas average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Kreuzer ranks #2 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kreuzer perform?
Dr. Kreuzer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (198 cases) and hip replacement (160 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Kreuzer with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Kreuzer ranks #3 in Texas for knee replacement with 198 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 573 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kreuzer in Houston?
Yes. There are 52 orthopedic surgeons in Houston 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. Kreuzer 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. Kreuzer's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 358 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Kreuzer's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Kreuzer's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 157 procedures in 2013 to 358 in the most recent data, a 128% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 369 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Kreuzer perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kreuzer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (198 cases), hip replacement (160 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kreuzer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kreuzer is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital, Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital, Memorial Hermann Texas Medical Center, Memorial Hermann Hospital System.
How does Dr. Kreuzer compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Houston?
Among the 52 orthopedic surgeons in Houston, Dr. Kreuzer ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Kreuzer has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kreuzer practices?
Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital (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 Houston, Texas
Dr. Kreuzer's 358 Medicare procedures are above the Houston average of 187. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Houston.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robin Goytia | 198 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Vasilios Mathews | 182 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Stocks | 165 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kenneth Mathis | 147 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ugonna Ihekweazu | 131 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Anay Patel | 127 | Hip, Knee |
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