Dr. Robert Cates, DO

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Robert Cates is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Austin, Minnesota. In 2023, Dr. Cates performed 40 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#36 in Minnesota) and 17 hip replacements (#64 in Minnesota), for a combined total of 57 procedures. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
40 verified cases
#36 in Minnesota
Hip Replacement
17 verified cases
#64 in Minnesota

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Cates

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (57 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Cates, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 507-433-7351
1000 1st Dr Nw
Austin, MN 55912
NPI: 1548606114
Credentials: DO
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 13 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed DO
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.
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