Dr. Thomas Schott, MD
Contact & Location
972-556-2885
Irving, TX 75063
Dr. Schott performs more knee replacement procedures than 18% of orthopedic surgeons in Texas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #398 of 489 ranked knee surgeons in Texas.
About Dr. Schott
Dr. Thomas Schott is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Irving, Texas. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Schott performed 17 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#398 in Texas) and 13 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 30 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Schott performs below the state average in knee (17 vs 42), below the state average in hip (13 vs 31).
Dr. Schott's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (17 cases) and hip replacements (13 cases).
Irving is home to 6 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.
Dr. Schott's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 52 procedures in 2020 before settling at 30 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Schott's 17 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,612 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 17 | 22 |
| 2014 | 13 | 12 |
| 2015 | 13 | 16 |
| 2016 | 11 | 16 |
| 2017 | 0 | 14 |
| 2018 | 12 | 23 |
| 2019 | 17 | 22 |
| 2020 | 25 | 27 |
| 2021 | 14 | 14 |
| 2022 | 23 | 24 |
| 2023 | 27 | 20 |
| 2024 | 13 | 17 |
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. Schott Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Schott's recorded volume peaked at 52 procedures in 2020 and stood at 30 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Schott
How does Dr. Schott's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Schott has performed 30 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. Schott ranks #359 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Schott perform?
Dr. Schott's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (17 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Schott in Irving?
Yes. There are 6 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. Schott 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. Schott's total volume across all insurers at roughly 100 to 130 procedures against the 30 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. Schott's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Schott's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 52 procedures in 2020 and was 30 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Schott perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Schott's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (17 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Schott affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Schott is affiliated with Baylor Medical Center At Trophy Club, Carrollton Regional Medical Center, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Grapevine.
How does Dr. Schott compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Irving?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Irving, Dr. Schott ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Schott has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Schott practices?
Baylor Medical Center At Trophy Club (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Carrollton Regional Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Grapevine (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Irving, Texas
Dr. Schott's 30 Medicare procedures are above the Irving average of 23. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Irving.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Steven Sanders | 29 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Greenberg | 29 | Knee |
| Dr. Richard Roberts | 26 | Knee |
| Dr. Robert Bayless | 14 | Knee |
| Dr. Michael Muncy | 12 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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