Knee
Dr. Thad Dean, DO
Dr. Thad Dean is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fort Worth, Texas. Dr. Dean has performed 25 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #292 in Texas.
In Texas, Dr. Dean performs below average in knee (25 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Dean's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 25 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Fort Worth is home to 23 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Fort Worth area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Dean extend back to 2016, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 16 to 25 in the most recent data, a 56% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Dean's 25 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. Dean Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
Fort Worth, TX 76132
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dean's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 56% from 16 procedures in 2016 to 25 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. Dean
How does Dr. Dean's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Dean has performed 25 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. Dean ranks #395 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dean perform?
Dr. Dean's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 25 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dean in Fort Worth?
Yes. There are 23 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Worth 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. Dean 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. Dean's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 25 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Dean's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Dean's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2016 to 25 in the most recent data, a 56% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 25 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dean affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dean is affiliated with Baylor Scott And White Orthopedic And Spine Hospi, Texas Health Hospital Mansfield.
How does Dr. Dean compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fort Worth?
Among the 23 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Worth, Dr. Dean ranks #17 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Fort Worth has 166 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dean practices?
Baylor Scott And White Orthopedic And Spine Hospi (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Texas Health Hospital Mansfield (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 Fort Worth, Texas
Dr. Dean's 25 Medicare procedures are below the Fort Worth average of 123. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fort Worth.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffrey McGowen | 166 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ajai Cadambi | 163 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Theodore Crofford | 145 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Schmidt | 139 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Ogden | 123 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nathan Haile | 100 | Hip, Knee |
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