Knee
Dr. Robert Liljeberg, M.D.
Dr. Robert Liljeberg is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Troy, Alabama. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Liljeberg has performed 21 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #72 in Alabama.
In Alabama, Dr. Liljeberg performs below average in knee (21 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Liljeberg's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 21 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Dr. Liljeberg is the only orthopedic surgeon in Troy represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Liljeberg extend back to 2013, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 21 in the most recent data, a 75% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Liljeberg's 21 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Liljeberg Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Alabama state average.
Contact & Location
Troy, AL 36081
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Liljeberg's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 75% from 12 procedures in 2013 to 21 in the most recent data.
Hospital Affiliations
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Liljeberg
How does Dr. Liljeberg's procedure volume compare to other Alabama surgeons?
Dr. Liljeberg has performed 21 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Alabama average is 47 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Liljeberg ranks #93 out of 129 orthopedic surgeons in Alabama.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Liljeberg perform?
Dr. Liljeberg's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 21 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Liljeberg's practice located?
Dr. Liljeberg practices in Troy, Alabama. The office is located at 1340 Highway 231 S, Troy, AL 36081. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Liljeberg for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Liljeberg 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. Liljeberg's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 21 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Liljeberg's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Liljeberg's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2013 to 21 in the most recent data, a 75% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 21 procedures in 2018.
Which hospitals is Dr. Liljeberg affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Liljeberg is affiliated with Troy Regional Medical Center.
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