Dr. Robert Birch, M.D.
Contact & Location
786-308-2152
Coral Gables, FL 33146
Las Vegas, NV 89102
Dr. Birch performs more knee replacement procedures than 79% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #84 of 406 ranked knee surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Birch
Practice. Dr. Robert Birch is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Coral Gables, Florida. The latest annual CMS data records 69 knee replacements and 29 hip replacements, 98 procedures in all. That is #84 in Florida for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2018.
Trend. Dr. Birch first appears in the Medicare data in 2023. With 2 years on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 69 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Coral Gables 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
Verified Medicare data is available for 2 years: 83 procedures in 2023 and 98 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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. 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full knee replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
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 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. Birch's total volume across all insurers at roughly 330 to 420 procedures against the 98 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.
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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