Dr. Stephen Incavo, M.D.
Dr. Stephen Incavo is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Houston, Texas. Dr. Incavo has performed 69 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#72 in Texas) and 29 hip replacements, for a combined total of 98 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Incavo performs above average in knee (69 vs 41 avg), near average in hip (29 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Incavo's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (69 cases) and hip replacements (29 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. Incavo extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 84 to 98 in the most recent data, a 17% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Incavo's 69 verified procedures is above 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. Incavo Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
Houston, TX 77030
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Incavo's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 17% from 84 procedures in 2013 to 98 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Incavo
How does Dr. Incavo's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Incavo has performed 98 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Texas average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Incavo ranks #81 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Incavo perform?
Dr. Incavo's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (69 cases) and hip replacement (29 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Incavo 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. Incavo 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. Incavo's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 98 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Incavo's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Incavo's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 84 procedures in 2013 to 98 in the most recent data, a 17% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 124 procedures in 2015.
Does Dr. Incavo perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Incavo's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (69 cases), hip replacement (29 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Incavo compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Houston?
Among the 52 orthopedic surgeons in Houston, Dr. Incavo ranks #12 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Houston has 358 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Houston, Texas
Dr. Incavo's 98 Medicare procedures are below the Houston average of 183. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Houston.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Stefan Kreuzer | 358 | Hip, Knee |
| 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 |
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