Shoulder
Dr. Richard Tobin, MD
Dr. Richard Tobin is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Salem, Oregon. Dr. Tobin has performed 25 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #10 in Oregon.
In Oregon, Dr. Tobin performs near average in shoulder (25 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Tobin's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 25 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.
Salem is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Salem area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Tobin extend back to 2014, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 25 in the most recent data, a 127% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 2,092 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Tobin's 25 verified procedures is near the national average of 28.
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. Tobin Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oregon state average.
Contact & Location
Salem, OR 97301
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Tobin's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 127% from 11 procedures in 2014 to 25 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Tobin
How does Dr. Tobin's procedure volume compare to other Oregon surgeons?
Dr. Tobin has performed 25 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Oregon average is 57 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Tobin ranks #79 out of 106 orthopedic surgeons in Oregon.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Tobin perform?
Dr. Tobin's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 25 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Tobin with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Tobin ranks #10 in Oregon for shoulder replacement with 25 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 106 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Tobin in Salem?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Salem 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 Oregon surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Tobin 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. Tobin's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 25 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Tobin's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Tobin's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2014 to 25 in the most recent data, a 127% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 25 procedures in 2023.
How does Dr. Tobin compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Salem?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Salem, Dr. Tobin ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Salem has 100 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Salem, Oregon
Dr. Tobin's 25 Medicare procedures are below the Salem average of 43. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Salem.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Mark Dolan | 100 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dan Sewell | 71 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Shane Hess | 40 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Zirschky | 31 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Elkin | 18 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Robert Fan | 16 | Shoulder |
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