Dr. Robert Wyker is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Wyker has completed 66 knee replacements (#47 in North Carolina), 31 hip replacements, and 14 shoulder replacements — totaling 111 Medicare-verified procedures.
Dr. Wyker's combined volume of 111 procedures places them above the North Carolina statewide average of 63. Among 294 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina, Dr. Wyker ranks #49 overall.
Dr. Wyker performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (66 cases), followed by hip replacements (31) and shoulder replacements (14).
Raleigh is home to 25 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Raleigh area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Wyker
How does Dr. Wyker's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Wyker has performed 111 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the North Carolina average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Wyker ranks #49 out of 294 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wyker perform?
Dr. Wyker performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (66 cases), hip replacement (31 cases), shoulder replacement (14 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Wyker in Raleigh?
Yes. There are 25 orthopedic surgeons in Raleigh 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. Wyker 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. Wyker's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 111 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Raleigh, North Carolina
Compare Dr. Wyker's volume with other surgeons practicing in Raleigh.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bradley Vaughn | 245 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Chiavetta | 193 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tyler Watters | 144 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Rhett Hallows | 134 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David McNabb | 116 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicole Quinlan | 90 | Hip, Knee |
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