Dr. Steven Sanders, M.D.
Dr. Steven Sanders is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Irving, Texas. Dr. Sanders has performed 16 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#402 in Texas) and 14 hip replacements, for a combined total of 30 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Sanders performs below average in knee (16 vs 41 avg), below average in hip (14 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Sanders's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (16 cases) and hip replacements (14 cases).
Irving is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Irving area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Sanders extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 18 to 30 in the most recent data, a 67% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Sanders's 16 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. Sanders Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
Irving, TX 75061
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sanders's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 67% from 18 procedures in 2013 to 30 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. Sanders
How does Dr. Sanders's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Sanders has performed 30 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. Sanders ranks #343 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sanders perform?
Dr. Sanders's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (16 cases) and hip replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sanders in Irving?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Irving 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. Sanders 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. Sanders's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 30 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Sanders's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Sanders's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 18 procedures in 2013 to 30 in the most recent data, a 67% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 49 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Sanders perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sanders's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (16 cases), hip replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sanders affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sanders is affiliated with Baylor Scott And White Surgical Hospital Las Colin, Dallas Medical Center, Medical City Las Colinas.
How does Dr. Sanders compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Irving?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Irving, Dr. Sanders ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Irving has 47 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sanders practices?
Baylor Scott And White Surgical Hospital Las Colin (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Dallas Medical Center (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Medical City Las Colinas (2 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 Irving, Texas
Dr. Sanders's 30 Medicare procedures are below the Irving average of 31. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Irving.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Schott | 47 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Roberts | 47 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Greenberg | 35 | Knee |
| Dr. Michael Muncy | 24 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bing Tsay | 20 | Knee |
| Dr. Robert Bayless | 15 | Knee |
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