Shoulder
Dr. Robert Lyons, MD
Dr. Robert Lyons is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lyons has performed 12 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #85 in Pennsylvania.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Lyons performs below average in shoulder (12 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Lyons's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 12 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.
Chambersburg is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Chambersburg area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Lyons first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2018. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Lyons's 12 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 28 among 2,092 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Lyons Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Chambersburg, PA 17201
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lyons has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2018. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Lyons
How does Dr. Lyons's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Lyons has performed 12 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Pennsylvania average is 63 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Lyons ranks #380 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lyons perform?
Dr. Lyons's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 12 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lyons in Chambersburg?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Chambersburg 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 Pennsylvania surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Lyons 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. Lyons's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 12 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lyons affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lyons is affiliated with Wellspan Chambersburg Hospital, Wellspan Waynesboro Hospital.
How does Dr. Lyons compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Chambersburg?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Chambersburg, Dr. Lyons ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Chambersburg has 102 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lyons practices?
Wellspan Chambersburg Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Wellspan Waynesboro 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 Chambersburg, Pennsylvania
Dr. Lyons's 12 Medicare procedures are below the Chambersburg average of 35. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Chambersburg.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. William Gunnett Ii | 102 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Richards | 13 | Knee |
| Dr. Robert Holzshu | 12 | Knee |
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