How do I choose the best knee replacement surgeon in San Antonio?

Look for surgeons with high Medicare procedure volumes (200+ knee replacements annually), board certification in orthopedic surgery, experience with both total and partial knee replacement, and affiliations with quality hospitals. Our San Antonio rankings help you compare surgeons based on Medicare volume data.

What is the average cost of knee replacement in San Antonio, Texas?

Medicare covers 80% of knee replacement costs after deductible. Out-of-pocket costs typically range from $1,500-$4,000 depending on the facility, surgeon, and your Medicare plan. San Antonio surgeons who accept Medicare assignment help keep costs predictable.

How long does knee replacement recovery take?

Most patients begin walking with assistance the same day or day after surgery. Return to normal activities takes 6-12 weeks for most people. Physical therapy typically starts immediately and continues for 8-12 weeks. San Antonio surgeons often use rapid recovery protocols to speed healing.

What's the difference between total and partial knee replacement?

Total knee replacement replaces the entire knee joint surface, while partial (unicompartmental) knee replacement only replaces the damaged portion. Partial knee replacement has faster recovery but requires very specific damage patterns. San Antonio surgeons can evaluate which approach is best for your condition.

Does Medicare cover knee replacement surgery in San Antonio?

Yes, Medicare covers medically necessary knee replacement surgery, including traditional and robotic-assisted procedures. Coverage includes surgery, hospital stay, anesthesia, physical therapy, and durable medical equipment. You pay 20% coinsurance after your Part B deductible. All San Antonio ranked surgeons accept Medicare.

Top Knee Replacement Surgeons in San Antonio, TX

City Rank

NPI: 1700075637

Christopher I Phelps, M.D.

San Antonio, TX 78258

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 215

City Rank

NPI: 1780631986

Bryan W Kaiser, M.D.

San Antonio, TX 78229

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 159

City Rank

NPI: 1528059722

Richard L Ursone, MD

San Antonio, TX 78216

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 141

City Rank

NPI: 1356661904

Robert G Girling, M.D.

San Antonio, TX 78240

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 106

City Rank

NPI: 1972711463

Casey D Taber, MD

San Antonio, TX 78258

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 78

City Rank

NPI: 1760424790

Sergio Viroslav, M.D.

San Antonio, TX 78216

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 70

City Rank

NPI: 1770630469

Richard T Steffen, MD

San Antonio, TX 78240

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 65

City Rank

NPI: 1063491975

Matthew C Morrey, M.D.

San Antonio, TX 78229

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 59

City Rank

NPI: 1588854327

Louis S Stryker, MD

San Antonio, TX 78258

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 55

City Rank

NPI: 1760429161

Jesse C Delee, M.D.

San Antonio, TX 78229

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 53

City Rank

NPI: 1487882346

Frank A Buttacavoli, MD

San Antonio, TX 78229

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 49

City Rank

NPI: 1073560744

Peter F Holmes, M.D.

San Antonio, TX 78240

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 46

City Rank

NPI: 1083753925

Matthew M Dwyer, M.D.

San Antonio, TX 78258

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 44

City Rank

NPI: 1366654667

Bjorn C Balldin, MD

San Antonio, TX 78258

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 37

City Rank

NPI: 1265810725

Cody J Covington, M.D.

San Antonio, TX 78229

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 34

City Rank

NPI: 1427102821

Gregory D Gordon, MD

San Antonio, TX 78257

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 32

City Rank

NPI: 1851688758

Nicholas E Gerken, MD

San Antonio, TX 78258

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 32

City Rank

NPI: 1154555126

Geoffrey P Glebus, DO

San Antonio, TX 78240

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 31

City Rank

NPI: 1326028804

Stephen J Bell, M.D.

San Antonio, TX 78229

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 31

City Rank

NPI: 1487678702

Travis C Burns, M.D.

San Antonio, TX 78229

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 30

City Rank

NPI: 1053384404

Siraj A Sayeed, M.D.

San Antonio, TX 78249

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 29

City Rank

NPI: 1083761779

David R Schmidt, MD

San Antonio, TX 78240

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 29

City Rank

NPI: 1144664962

Raymond E Skunda, MD

San Antonio, TX 78201

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 29

City Rank

NPI: 1144209990

Eloy Ochoa, M.D.

San Antonio, TX 78229

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 25

City Rank

NPI: 1184815367

Brian N Kanz, MD

San Antonio, TX 78251

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 25

City Rank

NPI: 1972787927

Farbod Malek, MD

San Antonio, TX 78229

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 24

City Rank

NPI: 1023127701

Andrew L Whaley, MD

San Antonio, TX 78209

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 23

City Rank

NPI: 1255441762

Geoffrey M Millican, MD

San Antonio, TX 78229

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 23

City Rank

NPI: 1578980660

Chance C Moore, MD

San Antonio, TX 78229

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 23

City Rank

NPI: 1124062385

Brad S Tolin, M.D.

San Antonio, TX 78258

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 22

City Rank

NPI: 1033150602

Philip M Jacobs, M.D.

San Antonio, TX 78229

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 19

City Rank

NPI: 1104143916

Gregory L Naugher, MD

San Antonio, TX 78216

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 16

City Rank

NPI: 1922027507

Michael M Heckman, M.D.

San Antonio, TX 78240

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 14

City Rank

NPI: 1255445409

Ples L Kujawa, MD

San Antonio, TX 78233

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 13

City Rank

NPI: 1528565561

Galen Mills, MD

San Antonio, TX 78229

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 13

City Rank

NPI: 1003858978

Francisco J Garcia, M.D.

San Antonio, TX 78216

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 12

City Rank

NPI: 1457393316

Gerald Q Greenfield, M.D.

San Antonio, TX 78240

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 11

City Rank

NPI: 1902953607

Ralph J Curtis, MD

San Antonio, TX 78240

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 11

City Rank

NPI: 1700075637

Christopher I Phelps, M.D.

San Antonio,

215

Knee Replacement Procedures

City Rank

State Rank

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 215

City Rank

NPI: 1780631986

San Antonio,

Knee Replacement Procedures

City Rank

#58

State Rank

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 78

City Rank

NPI: 1760424790

Sergio Viroslav, M.D.

San Antonio,

Knee Replacement Procedures

City Rank

#71

State Rank

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 70

City Rank

NPI: 1770630469

Richard T Steffen, MD

San Antonio,

Knee Replacement Procedures

City Rank

#84

State Rank

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 65

City Rank

NPI: 1063491975

Matthew C Morrey, M.D.

San Antonio,

Knee Replacement Procedures

City Rank

#95

State Rank

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 59

City Rank

NPI: 1588854327

San Antonio,

Knee Replacement Procedures

#38

City Rank

#482

State Rank

Procedure:

Knee Replacement 11

Important Disclaimer

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 40-50% of all procedures performed. Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.

Top Knee Replacement Surgeons in San Antonio

Other Procedures in San Antonio

Other Texas Cities

Christopher I Phelps, M.D.

Bryan W Kaiser, M.D.

Richard L Ursone, MD

Robert G Girling, M.D.

Casey D Taber, MD

Sergio Viroslav, M.D.

Richard T Steffen, MD

Matthew C Morrey, M.D.

Louis S Stryker, MD

Jesse C Delee, M.D.

Frank A Buttacavoli, MD

Peter F Holmes, M.D.

Matthew M Dwyer, M.D.

Bjorn C Balldin, MD

Cody J Covington, M.D.

Gregory D Gordon, MD

Nicholas E Gerken, MD

Geoffrey P Glebus, DO

Stephen J Bell, M.D.

Travis C Burns, M.D.

Siraj A Sayeed, M.D.

David R Schmidt, MD

Raymond E Skunda, MD

Eloy Ochoa, M.D.

Brian N Kanz, MD

Farbod Malek, MD

Andrew L Whaley, MD

Geoffrey M Millican, MD

Chance C Moore, MD

Brad S Tolin, M.D.

Philip M Jacobs, M.D.

Gregory L Naugher, MD

Michael M Heckman, M.D.

Ples L Kujawa, MD

Galen Mills, MD

Francisco J Garcia, M.D.

Gerald Q Greenfield, M.D.

Ralph J Curtis, MD

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