Dr. Robert Tapscott, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Robert Tapscott is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Decatur, Alabama. In 2023, Dr. Tapscott performed 37 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements (#2 in Alabama) and 31 knee replacements (#43 in Alabama), for a combined total of 68 procedures. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Shoulder Replacement
37 verified cases
#2 in Alabama
Knee Replacement
31 verified cases
#43 in Alabama

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Tapscott

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (68 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Tapscott, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 256-350-0362
1103 16th Ave Se
Decatur, AL 35601
NPI: 1588737878
Credentials: MD
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 20 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed MD
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
âš― Sports medicine specialist
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Important: 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 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.
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