Dr. Sean Robinson, MD
Contact & Location
Folsom, CA 95630
Dr. Sean Robinson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Folsom, California. A Medicare provider since 2014, Dr. Robinson has performed 20 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#345 in California) and 17 hip replacements, for a combined total of 37 procedures.
In California, Dr. Robinson performs below average in knee (20 vs 47 avg), below average in hip (17 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Robinson's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (20 cases) and hip replacements (17 cases).
Folsom is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Folsom area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Robinson first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Robinson's 20 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Robinson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Robinson has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Robinson
How does Dr. Robinson's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Robinson has performed 37 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The California average is 68 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Robinson ranks #345 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Robinson perform?
Dr. Robinson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases) and hip replacement (17 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Robinson in Folsom?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Folsom 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 California surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Robinson 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. Robinson's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 37 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Robinson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Robinson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases), hip replacement (17 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Robinson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Robinson is affiliated with Methodist Hospital Of Sacramento, Sutter Amador Hospital, Sutter Roseville Medical Center.
How does Dr. Robinson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Folsom?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Folsom, Dr. Robinson ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Folsom has 86 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Robinson practices?
Methodist Hospital Of Sacramento (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Sutter Amador Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Sutter Roseville Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate above national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Folsom, California
Dr. Robinson's 37 Medicare procedures are below the Folsom average of 52. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Folsom.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Lucas | 86 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Guy Guilfoy | 58 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Patrick Osgood | 45 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sean Wahlquist | 34 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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