Dr. Ryan Dobbs is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Reno, Nevada. Dr. Dobbs has performed 44 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements (#3 in Nevada) and 23 knee replacements, for a combined total of 67 procedures.
Dr. Dobbs's 67 Medicare procedures are near the Nevada median of 47. The state has 59 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Dobbs's reported Medicare volume is split between shoulder replacements (44 cases) and knee replacements (23 cases).
Reno is home to 18 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Reno 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. Dobbs
How does Dr. Dobbs's procedure volume compare to other Nevada surgeons?
Dr. Dobbs has performed 67 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Nevada average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Dobbs ranks #20 out of 59 orthopedic surgeons in Nevada.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dobbs perform?
Dr. Dobbs's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (44 cases) and knee replacement (23 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Dobbs with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Dobbs ranks #3 in Nevada for shoulder replacement with 44 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 59 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dobbs in Reno?
Yes. There are 18 orthopedic surgeons in Reno 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. Dobbs 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. Dobbs's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 67 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Reno, Nevada
Compare Dr. Dobbs's volume with other surgeons practicing in Reno.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Chad Watts | 327 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jackson Jones | 231 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sanjai Shukla | 215 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Boyden | 114 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Hilary Malcarney | 98 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Paul Shonnard | 92 | Hip, Knee |
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