Dr. Robert Golz, MD
Dr. Robert Golz is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Herrin, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Golz has performed 37 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#129 in Illinois) and 11 hip replacements, for a combined total of 48 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Golz performs below average in knee (37 vs 51 avg), below average in hip (11 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Golz's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 77% of reported Medicare volume.
Herrin is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Herrin area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Golz extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 41 to 48 in the most recent data, a 17% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Golz's 37 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Golz Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Herrin, IL 62948
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Golz's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 17% from 41 procedures in 2013 to 48 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Golz
How does Dr. Golz's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Golz has performed 48 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Illinois average is 69 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Golz ranks #161 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Golz perform?
Dr. Golz's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (37 cases) and hip replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Golz in Herrin?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Herrin 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 Illinois surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Golz 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. Golz's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 48 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Golz's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Golz's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 41 procedures in 2013 to 48 in the most recent data, a 17% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 53 procedures in 2016.
Does Dr. Golz perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Golz's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (37 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Golz compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Herrin?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Herrin, Dr. Golz ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Herrin has 139 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Herrin, Illinois
Dr. Golz's 48 Medicare procedures are below the Herrin average of 72. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Herrin.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Davis | 139 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Daines | 114 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Roland Barr | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Treg Brown | 43 | Shoulder |
| Dr. John Wood | 18 | Knee |
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