Dr. Venkata Jonna, M.D
Dr. Venkata Jonna is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Webster, Texas. Dr. Jonna has performed 38 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#178 in Texas) and 19 hip replacements, for a combined total of 57 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Jonna performs near average in knee (38 vs 41 avg), below average in hip (19 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Jonna's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (38 cases) and hip replacements (19 cases).
Webster is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Webster area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Jonna extend back to 2018, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 31 to 57 in the most recent data, a 84% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Jonna's 38 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Jonna Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
Webster, TX 77598
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Jonna's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 84% from 31 procedures in 2018 to 57 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. Jonna
How does Dr. Jonna's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Jonna has performed 57 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Texas average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Jonna ranks #193 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Jonna perform?
Dr. Jonna's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (38 cases) and hip replacement (19 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Jonna in Webster?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Webster 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. Jonna 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. Jonna's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 57 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Jonna's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Jonna's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 31 procedures in 2018 to 57 in the most recent data, a 84% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 57 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Jonna perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Jonna's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (38 cases), hip replacement (19 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Jonna affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Jonna is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Houston Physicians Hospital, Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital, St Luke'S Patients Medical Center, Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital.
How does Dr. Jonna compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Webster?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Webster, Dr. Jonna ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Jonna has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Jonna practices?
Memorial Hermann Houston Physicians Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); St Luke'S Patients Medical Center (4 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 Webster, Texas
Dr. Jonna's 57 Medicare procedures are above the Webster average of 32. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Webster.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brandon Low | 20 | Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Jaglowski | 19 | Knee |
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