Dr. Tony Smitherman, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Tony Smitherman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lubbock, Texas. In 2023, Dr. Smitherman performed 98 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#40 in Texas) and 17 shoulder replacements (#73 in Texas), for a combined total of 115 procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Texas.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
98 verified cases
#40 in Texas
Shoulder Replacement
17 verified cases
#73 in Texas

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Smitherman

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (115 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Smitherman, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

301 Utica Ave
Lubbock, TX 79416
NPI: 1578567186
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider

Other Top Texas Orthopedic Surgeons

Dr. Kenneth Kaminski - Tyler 452 procedures
Dr. Stefan Kreuzer - Houston 358 procedures
Dr. Christopher Phelps - San Antonio 350 procedures
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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.
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