Dr. Robert Li, M.D.
Dr. Robert Li is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bronx, New York. A Medicare provider since 2011, Dr. Li has performed 29 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#136 in New York) and 18 hip replacements, for a combined total of 47 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Li performs below average in knee (29 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (18 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Li's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (29 cases) and hip replacements (18 cases).
Bronx is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bronx area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Li extend back to 2018, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 47 in the most recent data, a 262% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Li's 29 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. Li Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Contact & Location
Bronx, NY 10451
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Li's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 262% from 13 procedures in 2018 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. Li
How does Dr. Li's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Li has performed 47 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New York average is 67 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Li ranks #162 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Li perform?
Dr. Li's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases) and hip replacement (18 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Li in Bronx?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Bronx 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 New York surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Li 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. Li's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 47 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Li's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Li's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2018 to 47 in the most recent data, a 262% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 47 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Li perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Li's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases), hip replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Li affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Li is affiliated with New York-Presbyterian/Queens.
How does Dr. Li compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bronx?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Bronx, Dr. Li ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Li is among the highest-volume surgeons in Bronx.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Li practices?
New York-Presbyterian/Queens (4 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 Bronx, New York
Dr. Li's 47 Medicare procedures are above the Bronx average of 36. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bronx.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Simon Greenbaum | 53 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sun Jin Kim | 43 | Knee |
| Dr. Morteza Meftah | 42 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeremy Loloi | 38 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Evan Schwechter | 18 | Knee |
| Dr. Yossef Blum | 14 | Knee |
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