Dr. Robert Birch, MD
Contact & Location
Coral Gables, FL 33146
Dr. Robert Birch is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Coral Gables, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2018, Dr. Birch has performed 69 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#84 in Florida) and 29 hip replacements, for a combined total of 98 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Birch performs above average in knee (69 vs 48 avg), below average in hip (29 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Birch's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (69 cases) and hip replacements (29 cases).
Coral Gables is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Coral Gables area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Birch first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Birch's 69 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Birch Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Birch 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. Birch
How does Dr. Birch's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Birch has performed 98 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Birch ranks #122 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Birch perform?
Dr. Birch's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (69 cases) and hip replacement (29 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Birch in Coral Gables?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Coral Gables 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. Birch 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. Birch's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 98 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Birch perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Birch's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (69 cases), hip replacement (29 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Birch affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Birch is affiliated with Saint Rose Dominican Hospitals - Siena Campus, West Henderson Hospital, Henderson Hospital, Boulder City Hospital. Dr. Birch maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Birch compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Coral Gables?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Coral Gables, Dr. Birch ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Birch has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Birch practices?
Saint Rose Dominican Hospitals - Siena Campus (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Henderson Hospital (2 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 Coral Gables, Florida
Dr. Birch's 98 Medicare procedures are above the Coral Gables average of 58. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Coral Gables.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jonathon Lindner | 60 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Zvijac | 15 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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