Dr. Robert Tait, M.D.
Contact & Location
702-565-6565
Henderson, NV 89052
Dr. Tait performs more knee replacement procedures than 92% of orthopedic surgeons in Nevada, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #4 of 50 ranked knee surgeons in Nevada.
About Dr. Tait
Practice. Dr. Robert Tait is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Henderson, Nevada. The latest annual CMS data records 97 knee replacements, 67 hip replacements, and 31 shoulder replacements, 195 procedures in all. That is #4 in Nevada for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 153 procedures a year to 195, up 27%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 97 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Henderson has 5 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 | 46 | 79 | 28 |
| 2014 | 62 | 97 | 34 |
| 2015 | 48 | 106 | 34 |
| 2016 | 76 | 139 | 33 |
| 2017 | 62 | 127 | 37 |
| 2018 | 56 | 126 | 25 |
| 2019 | 54 | 138 | 37 |
| 2020 | 54 | 94 | 18 |
| 2021 | 66 | 99 | 17 |
| 2022 | 82 | 128 | 17 |
| 2023 | 58 | 139 | 22 |
| 2024 | 67 | 97 | 31 |
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, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Tait Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Nevada state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Tait's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 27% from 153 procedures in 2013 to 195 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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Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Tait
How does Dr. Tait's procedure volume compare to other Nevada surgeons?
Dr. Tait has performed 195 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Nevada average of 67 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Tait ranks #4 out of 58 orthopedic surgeons in Nevada.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Tait perform?
Dr. Tait performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (97 cases), hip replacement (67 cases), shoulder replacement (31 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Tait with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Tait ranks #4 in Nevada for knee replacement with 97 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 58 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Tait in Henderson?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Henderson 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 Nevada surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Tait 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Tait's total volume across all insurers at roughly 630 to 800 procedures against the 195 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. Tait's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Tait's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 153 procedures in 2013 to 195 in the most recent data, a 27% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 248 procedures in 2016.
Does Dr. Tait perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Tait's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (97 cases), hip replacement (67 cases), shoulder replacement (31 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Tait among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Tait affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Tait is affiliated with Saint Rose Dominican Hospitals - Siena Campus, Boulder City Hospital.
How does Dr. Tait compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Henderson?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Henderson, Dr. Tait ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Tait has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Tait practices?
Saint Rose Dominican Hospitals - Siena Campus (2 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 Henderson, Nevada
Dr. Tait's 195 Medicare procedures are above the Henderson average of 74. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Henderson.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Steven Hoer | 69 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Carl Wallis | 64 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Ronald Koe | 29 | Knee |
| Dr. Haines Paik | 11 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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