Dr. Robert Hoffman, M.D.
Contact & Location
912-355-6615
Savannah, GA 31405
Pooler, GA 31322
Bluffton, SC 29910
Dr. Hoffman performs more knee replacement procedures than 78% of orthopedic surgeons in Georgia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #44 of 203 ranked knee surgeons in Georgia.
About Dr. Hoffman
Practice. Dr. Robert Hoffman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Savannah, Georgia. The latest annual CMS data records 52 knee replacements and 21 shoulder replacements, 73 procedures in all. That is #44 in Georgia for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 36 procedures a year to 73, up 103%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 52 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Savannah has 18 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Hoffman also holds hospital privileges in GA and FL, a practice that extends beyond Georgia.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 36 | 0 |
| 2014 | 14 | 39 | 25 |
| 2015 | 0 | 37 | 23 |
| 2016 | 0 | 54 | 20 |
| 2017 | 0 | 66 | 25 |
| 2018 | 0 | 71 | 31 |
| 2019 | 0 | 53 | 38 |
| 2020 | 0 | 49 | 36 |
| 2021 | 0 | 42 | 34 |
| 2022 | 0 | 48 | 39 |
| 2023 | 0 | 55 | 35 |
| 2024 | 0 | 52 | 21 |
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, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Hoffman Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hoffman's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 103% from 36 procedures in 2013 to 73 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Hoffman
How does Dr. Hoffman's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Hoffman has performed 73 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Georgia average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hoffman ranks #54 out of 245 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hoffman perform?
Dr. Hoffman's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (52 cases) and shoulder replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hoffman in Savannah?
Yes. There are 18 orthopedic surgeons in Savannah 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 Georgia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Hoffman 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Hoffman's total volume across all insurers at roughly 240 to 300 procedures against the 73 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. Hoffman's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hoffman's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 36 procedures in 2013 to 73 in the most recent data, a 103% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 102 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. Hoffman perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hoffman's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (52 cases), shoulder replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hoffman affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hoffman is affiliated with Memorial Health University Medical Center, St Joseph'S Hospital - Savannah, Effingham Health System, Candler Hospital, Uf Health Spanish Plaines Hospital. Dr. Hoffman maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Hoffman compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Savannah?
Among the 18 orthopedic surgeons in Savannah, Dr. Hoffman ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Savannah has 234 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hoffman practices?
Memorial Health University Medical Center (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Joseph'S Hospital - Savannah (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 Savannah, Georgia
Dr. Hoffman's 73 Medicare procedures are below the Savannah average of 122. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Savannah.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Charles Hope | 234 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Wolverton | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kent Woo | 139 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathan Christy | 110 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Chetan Deshpande | 78 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Jackson | 69 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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