Shoulder
Dr. Robert Titelman, M.D.
Dr. Robert Titelman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Atlanta, Georgia. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Titelman has performed 58 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #1 in Georgia.
In Georgia, Dr. Titelman performs well above average in shoulder (58 vs 24 avg).
Dr. Titelman's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 58 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Atlanta is home to 29 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Atlanta area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Titelman extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 26 to 58 in the most recent data, a 123% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 2,092 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Titelman's 58 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 28, ranking #184 nationally.
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. Titelman Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Contact & Location
Atlanta, GA 30342
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Titelman's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 123% from 26 procedures in 2013 to 58 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 Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Titelman
How does Dr. Titelman's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Titelman has performed 58 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Georgia average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Titelman ranks #87 out of 255 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Titelman perform?
Dr. Titelman's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 58 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Titelman with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Titelman ranks #1 in Georgia for shoulder replacement with 58 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 255 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Titelman in Atlanta?
Yes. There are 29 orthopedic surgeons in Atlanta 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. Titelman 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. Titelman's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 58 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Titelman's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Titelman's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 26 procedures in 2013 to 58 in the most recent data, a 123% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 58 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Titelman affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Titelman is affiliated with Northside Hospital, Saint Joseph'S Hospital Of Atlanta, Inc, Northside Hospital Forsyth, Piedmont Mountainside Hospital Inc.
How does Dr. Titelman compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Atlanta?
Among the 29 orthopedic surgeons in Atlanta, Dr. Titelman ranks #12 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Atlanta has 266 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Titelman practices?
Northside Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Saint Joseph'S Hospital Of Atlanta, Inc (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Northside Hospital Forsyth (4 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 Atlanta, Georgia
Dr. Titelman's 58 Medicare procedures are below the Atlanta average of 148. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Atlanta.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Mark Hanna | 266 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Smith | 177 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Bradbury | 155 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Greg Erens | 136 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Peretz | 132 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Oren Goltzer | 112 | Hip, Knee |
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