Dr. Robert Royster, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Robert Royster is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Atlanta, Georgia. In 2023, Dr. Royster performed 42 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#60 in Georgia) and 11 shoulder replacements (#58 in Georgia), for a combined total of 53 procedures. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
42 verified cases
#60 in Georgia
Shoulder Replacement
11 verified cases
#58 in Georgia

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Royster

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (53 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Royster, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 404-355-0743
2001 Peachtree Rd Ne
Atlanta, GA 30309
NPI: 1669474615
Credentials: MD
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 21 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed MD
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
âš― Sports medicine specialist
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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.