Dr. Robert Riley, D.O.
Contact & Location
270-782-7800
Bowling Green, KY 42103
Dr. Riley performs more knee replacement procedures than 47% of orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #54 of 103 ranked knee surgeons in Kentucky.
About Dr. Riley
Practice. Dr. Robert Riley is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The latest annual CMS data records 28 knee replacements and 14 hip replacements, 42 procedures in all. That is #54 in Kentucky for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2010.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2017 to 2024, 8 years. Volume rose from 12 procedures a year to 42, up 250%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 28 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Bowling Green has 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 12 | 0 |
| 2018 | 13 | 21 | 0 |
| 2019 | 12 | 23 | 0 |
| 2020 | 11 | 19 | 0 |
| 2021 | 12 | 22 | 0 |
| 2022 | 13 | 17 | 0 |
| 2023 | 14 | 21 | 14 |
| 2024 | 14 | 28 | 0 |
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. Riley Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kentucky state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Riley's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 250% from 12 procedures in 2017 to 42 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 Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Riley
How does Dr. Riley's procedure volume compare to other Kentucky surgeons?
Dr. Riley has performed 42 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. Riley ranks #67 out of 128 orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Riley perform?
Dr. Riley's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases) and hip replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Riley in Bowling Green?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Bowling Green 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 Kentucky surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Riley 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. Riley's total volume across all insurers at roughly 140 to 180 procedures against the 42 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. Riley's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Riley's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2017 to 42 in the most recent data, a 250% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 49 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Riley perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Riley's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases), hip replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Riley affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Riley is affiliated with Tristar Greenview Regional Hospital, The Medical Center At Bowling Green, T J Samson Community Hospital, Monroe County Medical Center, The Medical Center At Franklin.
How does Dr. Riley compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bowling Green?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Bowling Green, Dr. Riley ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Bowling Green has 127 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Riley practices?
Tristar Greenview Regional Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); The Medical Center At Bowling Green (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); T J Samson Community Hospital (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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Bowling Green, Kentucky
Dr. Riley's 42 Medicare procedures are below the Bowling Green average of 73. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bowling Green.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Patton | 127 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Kirk Fee | 98 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Spencer Romine | 83 | Shoulder |
| Dr. James Heltsley | 68 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Sameer Badarudeen | 52 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Richards | 43 | Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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