Dr. Robert Hulse, MD
Contact & Location
Enid, OK 73701
Dr. Robert Hulse is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Enid, Oklahoma. A Medicare provider since 2013, Dr. Hulse has completed 43 knee replacements (#36 in Oklahoma), 29 shoulder replacements, and 13 hip replacements, totaling 85 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Oklahoma, Dr. Hulse performs near average in knee (43 vs 47 avg), near average in shoulder (29 vs 25 avg), below average in hip (13 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Hulse performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (43 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (29) and hip replacements (13).
Enid is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Enid area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Hulse extend back to 2020, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 19 to 85 in the most recent data, a 347% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Hulse's 43 verified procedures is near 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. Hulse Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oklahoma state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hulse's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 347% from 19 procedures in 2020 to 85 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. Hulse
How does Dr. Hulse's procedure volume compare to other Oklahoma surgeons?
Dr. Hulse has performed 85 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Oklahoma average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hulse ranks #30 out of 119 orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hulse perform?
Dr. Hulse performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (43 cases), shoulder replacement (29 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hulse in Enid?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Enid 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 Oklahoma surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Hulse 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. Hulse's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 85 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Hulse's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hulse's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 19 procedures in 2020 to 85 in the most recent data, a 347% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 85 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Hulse perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hulse's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (43 cases), shoulder replacement (29 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Hulse among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hulse affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hulse is affiliated with St Mary'S Regional Medical Center, Integris Health Enid Hospital.
How does Dr. Hulse compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Enid?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Enid, Dr. Hulse ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Hulse is among the highest-volume surgeons in Enid.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hulse practices?
St Mary'S Regional Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Integris Health Enid Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Enid, Oklahoma
Dr. Hulse's 85 Medicare procedures are above the Enid average of 50. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Enid.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Timothy Teske | 99 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. David Keller | 63 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Edgar Fike | 26 | Knee |
| Dr. Brian Ogg | 13 | Knee |
| Dr. Martin Reilly | 11 | Knee |
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