Dr. Robert Zanotti, M.D.
Contact & Location
440-329-2800
Sheffield Village, OH 44054
About Dr. Zanotti
Dr. Robert Zanotti is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sheffield Village, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Zanotti completed 36 knee replacements (#117 in Ohio), 24 shoulder replacements, and 22 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, totaling 82 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Zanotti performs near the state average in knee (36 vs 41), near the state average in shoulder (24 vs 29), below the state average in hip (22 vs 32).
Dr. Zanotti performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (36 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (24) and hip replacements (22).
Sheffield Village is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Sheffield Village area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Zanotti extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 54 to 82 in the most recent data, a 52% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Zanotti's 36 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 13 | 41 | 0 |
| 2014 | 23 | 49 | 0 |
| 2015 | 29 | 53 | 0 |
| 2016 | 40 | 55 | 21 |
| 2017 | 35 | 68 | 26 |
| 2018 | 21 | 55 | 35 |
| 2019 | 37 | 51 | 24 |
| 2020 | 16 | 52 | 38 |
| 2021 | 19 | 47 | 30 |
| 2022 | 25 | 49 | 27 |
| 2023 | 24 | 41 | 27 |
| 2024 | 22 | 36 | 24 |
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. Zanotti Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Zanotti's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 52% from 54 procedures in 2013 to 82 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. Zanotti
How does Dr. Zanotti's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Zanotti has performed 82 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Zanotti ranks #94 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Zanotti perform?
Dr. Zanotti performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (36 cases), shoulder replacement (24 cases), hip replacement (22 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Zanotti in Sheffield Village?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Sheffield Village 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. Zanotti 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. Zanotti's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 82 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Zanotti's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Zanotti's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 54 procedures in 2013 to 82 in the most recent data, a 52% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 129 procedures in 2017.
Does Dr. Zanotti perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Zanotti's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (36 cases), shoulder replacement (24 cases), hip replacement (22 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Zanotti among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Zanotti affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Zanotti is affiliated with University Hospitals - Elyria Medical Center, Mercy Health-Lorain Hospital, Uh Cleveland Medical Center, Uh St John Medical Center.
How does Dr. Zanotti compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Sheffield Village?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Sheffield Village, Dr. Zanotti ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Zanotti is among the highest-volume surgeons in Sheffield Village.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Zanotti practices?
University Hospitals - Elyria Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mercy Health-Lorain Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Uh Cleveland 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 Sheffield Village, Ohio
Dr. Zanotti's 82 Medicare procedures are below the Sheffield Village average of 84. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Sheffield Village.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. William Stanfield | 115 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Zanotti | 56 | Knee, Shoulder |
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