Dr. Robert Baird, M.D.
Contact & Location
251-476-5050
Mobile, AL 36608
Dr. Baird performs more knee replacement procedures than 81% of orthopedic surgeons in Alabama, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #21 of 113 ranked knee surgeons in Alabama.
About Dr. Baird
Practice. Dr. Robert Baird is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mobile, Alabama. The latest annual CMS data records 44 knee replacements and 35 hip replacements, 79 procedures in all. That is #21 in Alabama for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 140 in 2019 and stands at 79 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 44 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Mobile has 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Baird also holds hospital privileges in AL and MS, a practice that extends beyond Alabama.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 16 | 28 |
| 2014 | 22 | 38 |
| 2015 | 32 | 23 |
| 2016 | 35 | 30 |
| 2017 | 34 | 44 |
| 2018 | 32 | 44 |
| 2019 | 55 | 85 |
| 2020 | 49 | 47 |
| 2021 | 48 | 44 |
| 2022 | 30 | 46 |
| 2023 | 36 | 50 |
| 2024 | 35 | 44 |
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. Baird Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Alabama state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Baird's recorded volume peaked at 140 procedures in 2019 and stood at 79 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Baird
How does Dr. Baird's procedure volume compare to other Alabama surgeons?
Dr. Baird has performed 79 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Alabama average of 44 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Baird ranks #16 out of 126 orthopedic surgeons in Alabama.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Baird perform?
Dr. Baird's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (44 cases) and hip replacement (35 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Baird in Mobile?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Mobile 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 Alabama surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Baird 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. Baird's total volume across all insurers at roughly 260 to 330 procedures against the 79 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. Baird's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Baird's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 140 procedures in 2019 and was 79 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. Baird perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Baird's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (44 cases), hip replacement (35 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Baird affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Baird is affiliated with Usa Health Providence Hospital, Springhill Memorial Hospital, Mobile Infirmary Medical Center, Singing River Gulfport. Dr. Baird maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Baird compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Mobile?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Mobile, Dr. Baird ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Baird is among the highest-volume surgeons in Mobile.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Baird practices?
Usa Health Providence Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Springhill Memorial Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mobile Infirmary Medical Center (2 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 Mobile, Alabama
Dr. Baird's 79 Medicare procedures are above the Mobile average of 57. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mobile.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Matthew Barber | 113 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Zarzour | 70 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Granberry | 56 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charles Wilson | 33 | Knee |
| Dr. Todd Engerson | 27 | Knee |
| Dr. Jacob Kidder | 23 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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