Dr. Paul Roettges, M.D.
Contact & Location
904-634-0640
St Augustine, FL 32086
St Augustine, FL 32086
St Johns, FL 32259
St Augustine, FL 32084
Dr. Roettges performs more knee replacement procedures than 97% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #11 of 406 ranked knee surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Roettges
Practice. Dr. Paul Roettges is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in St Augustine, Florida. The latest annual CMS data records 167 knee replacements and 122 hip replacements, 289 procedures in all. That is #11 in Florida for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2013.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2019 to 2024, 6 years. Volume rose from 63 procedures a year to 289, up 359%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 167 procedures is more than 3x the national average of 45. That is #123 nationally.
Local context. St Augustine has 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 39 | 24 |
| 2020 | 25 | 60 |
| 2021 | 90 | 142 |
| 2022 | 98 | 168 |
| 2023 | 95 | 162 |
| 2024 | 122 | 167 |
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. Roettges Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Roettges's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 359% from 63 procedures in 2019 to 289 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. Roettges
How does Dr. Roettges's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Roettges has performed 289 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 4x the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Roettges ranks #9 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Roettges perform?
Dr. Roettges's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (167 cases) and hip replacement (122 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Roettges with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Roettges ranks #11 in Florida for knee replacement with 167 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 523 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Roettges in St Augustine?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in St Augustine 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. Roettges 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. Roettges's total volume across all insurers at roughly 970 to 1,210 procedures against the 289 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. Roettges's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Roettges's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 63 procedures in 2019 to 289 in the most recent data, a 359% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 289 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Roettges perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Roettges's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (167 cases), hip replacement (122 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Roettges affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Roettges is affiliated with Ascension St Vincent'S St Johns County, Flagler Hospital, Adventhealth Palm Coast.
How does Dr. Roettges compare to other orthopedic surgeons in St Augustine?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in St Augustine, Dr. Roettges ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Roettges has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Roettges practices?
Ascension St Vincent'S St Johns County (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Flagler Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Adventhealth Palm Coast (3 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 St Augustine, Florida
Dr. Roettges's 289 Medicare procedures are above the St Augustine average of 135. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in St Augustine.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Eric Kim | 79 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Snyder | 36 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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