Dr. Tyler Freeman, MD
Contact & Location
Dallas, TX 75237
Dr. Tyler Freeman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Dallas, Texas. A Medicare provider since 2018, Dr. Freeman has performed 127 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#20 in Texas) and 45 hip replacements, for a combined total of 172 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Freeman performs well above average in knee (127 vs 42 avg), above average in hip (45 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Freeman's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (127 cases) and hip replacements (45 cases).
Dallas is home to 40 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Dallas area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Freeman first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Freeman's 127 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Freeman Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Freeman has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Freeman
How does Dr. Freeman's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Freeman has performed 172 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Freeman ranks #24 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Freeman perform?
Dr. Freeman's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (127 cases) and hip replacement (45 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Freeman with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Freeman ranks #20 in Texas for knee replacement with 127 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 582 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Freeman in Dallas?
Yes. There are 40 orthopedic surgeons in Dallas 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. Freeman 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. Freeman's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 172 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Freeman perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Freeman's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (127 cases), hip replacement (45 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Freeman affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Freeman is affiliated with Methodist Charlton Medical Center.
How does Dr. Freeman compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Dallas?
Among the 40 orthopedic surgeons in Dallas, Dr. Freeman ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Dallas has 231 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Freeman practices?
Methodist Charlton Medical Center (3 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 Dallas, Texas
Dr. Freeman's 172 Medicare procedures are below the Dallas average of 178. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Dallas.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Paul Peters | 231 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Gladnick | 215 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Champine | 212 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bradford Waddell | 166 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kurt Kitziger | 134 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Lancaster | 114 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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