Shoulder
Dr. Ryan Roubion, M.D.
Dr. Ryan Roubion is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Metairie, Louisiana. A Medicare provider since 2017, Dr. Roubion has performed 17 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #17 in Louisiana.
In Louisiana, Dr. Roubion performs below average in shoulder (17 vs 25 avg).
Dr. Roubion's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 17 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.
Metairie is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Metairie area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Roubion first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Roubion's 17 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 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. Roubion Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Louisiana state average.
Contact & Location
Metairie, LA 70002
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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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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
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Roubion
How does Dr. Roubion's procedure volume compare to other Louisiana surgeons?
Dr. Roubion has performed 17 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Louisiana average is 51 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Roubion ranks #94 out of 118 orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Roubion perform?
Dr. Roubion's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 17 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Roubion with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Roubion ranks #17 in Louisiana for shoulder replacement with 17 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 118 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Roubion in Metairie?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Metairie 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 Louisiana surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Roubion 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. Roubion's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 17 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Roubion affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Roubion is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center-Kenner.
How does Dr. Roubion compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Metairie?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Metairie, Dr. Roubion ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Roubion is among the highest-volume surgeons in Metairie.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Roubion practices?
East Jefferson General Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ochsner Medical Center-Kenner (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Metairie, Louisiana
Dr. Roubion's 17 Medicare procedures are below the Metairie average of 25. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Metairie.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ralph Junius | 44 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charles Haddad | 15 | Knee |
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