Dr. Robert Bents, MD
Contact & Location
Grants Pass, OR 97527
Dr. Robert Bents is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Grants Pass, Oregon. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Bents has performed 23 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements (#20 in Oregon) and 18 knee replacements, for a combined total of 41 procedures.
In Oregon, Dr. Bents performs below average in shoulder (23 vs 31 avg), below average in knee (18 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Bents's reported Medicare volume is split between shoulder replacements (23 cases) and knee replacements (18 cases).
Grants Pass is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Grants Pass area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Bents extend back to 2017, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 41 in the most recent data, a 273% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Bents's 23 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 29 among 2,213 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. Bents Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oregon state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bents's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 273% from 11 procedures in 2017 to 41 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bents
How does Dr. Bents's procedure volume compare to other Oregon surgeons?
Dr. Bents has performed 41 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Oregon average is 63 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Bents ranks #59 out of 101 orthopedic surgeons in Oregon.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bents perform?
Dr. Bents's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (23 cases) and knee replacement (18 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Bents with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Bents ranks #20 in Oregon for shoulder replacement with 23 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 101 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bents in Grants Pass?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Grants Pass 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. Bents 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. Bents's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 41 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Bents's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bents's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2017 to 41 in the most recent data, a 273% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 50 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Bents perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bents's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (23 cases), knee replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bents affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bents is affiliated with Asante Three Rivers Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bents practices?
Asante Three Rivers Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Grants Pass, Oregon
Dr. Bents's 41 Medicare procedures are below the Grants Pass average of 58. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Grants Pass.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Matthew Nugent | 75 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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