Dr. Christopher Roberts, MD
Dr. Christopher Roberts is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Venice, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2015, Dr. Roberts has completed 60 knee replacements (#103 in Florida), 33 hip replacements, and 12 shoulder replacements, totaling 105 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Roberts performs above average in knee (60 vs 49 avg), near average in hip (33 vs 39 avg), below average in shoulder (12 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Roberts performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (60 cases), followed by hip replacements (33) and shoulder replacements (12).
Venice is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Venice area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Roberts extend back to 2021, covering 3 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 105 in the most recent data, a 708% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Roberts's 60 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Roberts Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
Venice, FL 34285
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Roberts's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 708% from 13 procedures in 2021 to 105 in the most recent data.
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. Roberts
How does Dr. Roberts's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Roberts has performed 105 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Roberts ranks #114 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Roberts perform?
Dr. Roberts performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (60 cases), hip replacement (33 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Roberts in Venice?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Venice 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 Florida surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Roberts 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. Roberts's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 105 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Roberts's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Roberts's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2021 to 105 in the most recent data, a 708% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 105 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Roberts perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Roberts's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (60 cases), hip replacement (33 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Roberts among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Roberts affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Roberts is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Venice, Hca Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital.
How does Dr. Roberts compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Venice?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Venice, Dr. Roberts ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Venice has 187 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Roberts practices?
Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Venice (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Hca Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Venice, Florida
Dr. Roberts's 105 Medicare procedures are below the Venice average of 127. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Venice.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Derek Cuff | 187 | Shoulder |
| Dr. William Mehserle | 185 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Noah | 125 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Jaquith | 125 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Tracy Ng | 93 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Edmund Witkowski | 68 | Hip, Knee |
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