Dr. Richard Forster, MD
Contact & Location
Dayton, OH 45420
Dr. Richard Forster is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Dayton, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Forster has performed 61 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#65 in Ohio) and 21 hip replacements, for a combined total of 82 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Forster performs above average in knee (61 vs 41 avg), below average in hip (21 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Forster's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (61 cases) and hip replacements (21 cases).
Dayton is home to 20 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Dayton area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Forster's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 187 procedures in 2016 before settling at 82 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Forster's 61 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Forster Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Forster's recorded volume peaked at 187 procedures in 2016 and stood at 82 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Forster
How does Dr. Forster's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Forster has performed 82 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Forster ranks #95 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Forster perform?
Dr. Forster's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (61 cases) and hip replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Forster in Dayton?
Yes. There are 20 orthopedic surgeons in Dayton 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 Ohio surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Forster 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. Forster's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 82 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Forster's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Forster's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 187 procedures in 2016 and was 82 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Forster perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Forster's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (61 cases), hip replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Forster affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Forster is affiliated with Miami Valley Hospital, Kettering Health Main Campus.
How does Dr. Forster compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Dayton?
Among the 20 orthopedic surgeons in Dayton, Dr. Forster ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Dayton has 174 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Forster practices?
Miami Valley Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Kettering Health Main Campus (3 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Dayton, Ohio
Dr. Forster's 82 Medicare procedures are below the Dayton average of 104. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Dayton.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ryan Bauman | 174 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Chad Weber | 106 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Thomas Cook | 93 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Matthew Romer | 92 | Knee |
| Dr. Antonio Manocchio | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Hess | 91 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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