Dr. Robert Bruce, M.D.
Contact & Location
913-381-5225
Overland Park, KS 66211
Dr. Bruce performs more knee replacement procedures than 21% of orthopedic surgeons in Kansas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #70 of 89 ranked knee surgeons in Kansas.
About Dr. Bruce
Dr. Robert Bruce is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Overland Park, Kansas. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Bruce performed 25 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#70 in Kansas) and 20 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 45 procedures.
In Kansas, Dr. Bruce performs below the state average in knee (25 vs 62), below the state average in hip (20 vs 40).
Dr. Bruce's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (25 cases) and hip replacements (20 cases).
Overland Park is home to 15 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Overland Park area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Bruce's Medicare record spans 12 years from 2013 through 2024. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 16 to 60 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Dr. Bruce's 25 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,612 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 18 | 29 |
| 2014 | 15 | 26 |
| 2015 | 0 | 16 |
| 2016 | 18 | 28 |
| 2017 | 27 | 23 |
| 2018 | 24 | 33 |
| 2019 | 20 | 27 |
| 2020 | 18 | 23 |
| 2021 | 15 | 12 |
| 2022 | 19 | 41 |
| 2023 | 18 | 33 |
| 2024 | 20 | 25 |
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. Bruce Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bruce's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 16 to 60 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bruce
How does Dr. Bruce's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Bruce has performed 45 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Kansas average is 85 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Bruce ranks #73 out of 110 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bruce perform?
Dr. Bruce's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (25 cases) and hip replacement (20 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bruce in Overland Park?
Yes. There are 15 orthopedic surgeons in Overland Park 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 Kansas surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Bruce 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. Bruce's total volume across all insurers at roughly 150 to 190 procedures against the 45 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. Bruce's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Bruce's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 16 to 60 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Bruce perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bruce's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (25 cases), hip replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Bruce compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Overland Park?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Overland Park, Dr. Bruce ranks #11 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Overland Park has 233 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Overland Park, Kansas
Dr. Bruce's 45 Medicare procedures are below the Overland Park average of 123. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Overland Park.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffrey Salin | 233 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Cameron Ledford | 187 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kelly Hendricks | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Latteier | 100 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Halphen | 96 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Abraham | 93 | Hip, Knee |
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