Knee
Dr. Robert Burger, M.D.
Dr. Robert Burger is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dr. Burger has performed 41 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #109 in Ohio.
In Ohio, Dr. Burger performs near average in knee (41 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Burger's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 41 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Cincinnati is home to 42 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Cincinnati area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Burger extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 32 to 41 in the most recent data, a 28% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Burger's 41 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Burger Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Cincinnati, OH 45247
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Burger's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 28% from 32 procedures in 2013 to 41 in the most recent data.
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Burger
How does Dr. Burger's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Burger has performed 41 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Ohio average is 57 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Burger ranks #193 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Burger perform?
Dr. Burger's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 41 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Burger in Cincinnati?
Yes. There are 42 orthopedic surgeons in Cincinnati 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. Burger 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. Burger's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 41 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Burger's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Burger's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 32 procedures in 2013 to 41 in the most recent data, a 28% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 46 procedures in 2017.
How does Dr. Burger compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cincinnati?
Among the 42 orthopedic surgeons in Cincinnati, Dr. Burger ranks #25 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Cincinnati has 292 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Cincinnati, Ohio
Dr. Burger's 41 Medicare procedures are below the Cincinnati average of 161. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cincinnati.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Swank | 292 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Haleem Chaudhary | 195 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Kirk | 169 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Suresh Nayak | 145 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathon Spanyer | 144 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Edward Lim | 138 | Hip, Knee |
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