Dr. Robert Rupp, MD
Contact & Location
Stateline, NV 89449
Dr. Robert Rupp is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Stateline, Nevada. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Rupp has performed 25 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#20 in Nevada) and 22 knee replacements, for a combined total of 47 procedures.
In Nevada, Dr. Rupp performs below average in hip (25 vs 38 avg), below average in knee (22 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Rupp's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (25 cases) and knee replacements (22 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Rupp holds additional credentials in Sports Medicine, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Dr. Rupp is the only orthopedic surgeon in Stateline represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area. Dr. Rupp also maintains hospital privileges in CA and NV, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Nevada.
Medicare records for Dr. Rupp extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 47 in the most recent data, a 327% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Rupp's 25 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 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. Rupp Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Nevada state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Rupp's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 327% from 11 procedures in 2013 to 47 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Rupp
How does Dr. Rupp's procedure volume compare to other Nevada surgeons?
Dr. Rupp has performed 47 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Nevada average is 67 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Rupp ranks #28 out of 58 orthopedic surgeons in Nevada.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Rupp perform?
Dr. Rupp's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (25 cases) and knee replacement (22 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Rupp with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Rupp ranks #20 in Nevada for hip replacement with 25 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 58 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Where is Dr. Rupp's practice located?
Dr. Rupp practices in Stateline, Nevada. The office is located at 165 Highway 50, Stateline, NV 89449. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Rupp for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Rupp 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. Rupp's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 47 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Rupp's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Rupp's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2013 to 47 in the most recent data, a 327% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 47 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Rupp perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Rupp's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (25 cases), knee replacement (22 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Rupp affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Rupp is affiliated with Barton Memorial Hospital, Carson Valley Health, Incline Village Community Hospital, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center. Dr. Rupp maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Rupp practices?
Barton Memorial Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Carson Valley Health (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.
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