Knee
Dr. Robert Collins, MD
Dr. Robert Collins is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Greensboro, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Collins has performed 17 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #205 in North Carolina.
In North Carolina, Dr. Collins performs below average in knee (17 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Collins's Medicare data shows a focused knee 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.
Greensboro is home to 16 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Greensboro area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Collins extend back to 2019, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 14 to 17 in the most recent data, a 21% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Collins's 17 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 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. Collins Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Contact & Location
Greensboro, NC 27408
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Collins's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 21% from 14 procedures in 2019 to 17 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Collins
How does Dr. Collins's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Collins has performed 17 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The North Carolina average is 63 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Collins ranks #251 out of 294 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Collins perform?
Dr. Collins's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 17 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Collins in Greensboro?
Yes. There are 16 orthopedic surgeons in Greensboro 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 North Carolina surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Collins 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. Collins's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 17 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Collins's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Collins's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2019 to 17 in the most recent data, a 21% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 17 procedures in 2023.
How does Dr. Collins compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Greensboro?
Among the 16 orthopedic surgeons in Greensboro, Dr. Collins ranks #14 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Greensboro has 175 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Greensboro, North Carolina
Dr. Collins's 17 Medicare procedures are below the Greensboro average of 71. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Greensboro.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Frank Aluisio | 175 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Olin | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Swinteck | 66 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Blackman | 64 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Supple | 44 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Peter Dalldorf | 42 | Hip, Knee |
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