Dr. Robert Pettit
Contact & Location
Fort Thomas, KY 41075
Dr. Robert Pettit is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fort Thomas, Kentucky. A Medicare provider since 2015, Dr. Pettit has performed 13 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #34 in Kentucky.
In Kentucky, Dr. Pettit performs below average in shoulder (13 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Pettit's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 13 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.
Dr. Pettit is the only orthopedic surgeon in Fort Thomas represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area. Dr. Pettit also maintains hospital privileges in OH and KY, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Kentucky.
Dr. Pettit first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Pettit's 13 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 28 among 2,092 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Pettit Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kentucky state average.
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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Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full shoulder replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Pettit
How does Dr. Pettit's procedure volume compare to other Kentucky surgeons?
Dr. Pettit has performed 13 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Kentucky average is 61 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Pettit ranks #120 out of 128 orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Pettit perform?
Dr. Pettit's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 13 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Pettit's practice located?
Dr. Pettit practices in Fort Thomas, Kentucky. The office is located at 775 Alexandria Pike, Fort Thomas, KY 41075. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Pettit for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Pettit 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. Pettit's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 13 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Pettit affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Pettit is affiliated with Christ Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital, Bethesda North, St Elizabeth Medical Center North, St Elizabeth Florence. Dr. Pettit maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Pettit practices?
Christ Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Good Samaritan Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Bethesda North (3 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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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