Dr. Robert Fada, MD
Contact & Location
Columbus, OH 43215
Dr. Robert Fada is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Columbus, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Fada has performed 29 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#163 in Ohio) and 25 hip replacements, for a combined total of 54 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Fada performs below average in knee (29 vs 41 avg), below average in hip (25 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Fada's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (29 cases) and hip replacements (25 cases).
Columbus is home to 15 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Columbus area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Fada's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 99 procedures in 2013 before settling at 54 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Fada's 29 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Fada Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Fada's recorded volume peaked at 99 procedures in 2013 and stood at 54 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. Fada
How does Dr. Fada's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Fada has performed 54 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Fada ranks #155 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Fada perform?
Dr. Fada's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases) and hip replacement (25 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Fada in Columbus?
Yes. There are 15 orthopedic surgeons in Columbus 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. Fada 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. Fada's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 54 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Fada's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Fada's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 99 procedures in 2013 and was 54 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. Fada perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Fada's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases), hip replacement (25 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Fada affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Fada is affiliated with Grant Medical Center.
How does Dr. Fada compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Columbus?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Columbus, Dr. Fada ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Columbus has 103 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Fada practices?
Grant Medical Center (3 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 Columbus, Ohio
Dr. Fada's 54 Medicare procedures are below the Columbus average of 70. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Columbus.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Lance Maynard | 103 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Julie Bishop | 78 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Matthew Beal | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Greco | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Miller | 63 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Kolodychuk | 61 | Hip, Knee |
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