Dr. Robert Girling, M.D.
Dr. Robert Girling is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in San Antonio, Texas. Dr. Girling has performed 106 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#34 in Texas) and 35 hip replacements, for a combined total of 141 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Girling performs well above average in knee (106 vs 41 avg), near average in hip (35 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Girling's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 75% of reported Medicare volume.
San Antonio is home to 46 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the San Antonio area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Girling extend back to 2018, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 118 to 141 in the most recent data, a 19% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Girling's 106 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
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. Girling Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
San Antonio, TX 78240
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Girling's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 19% from 118 procedures in 2018 to 141 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. Girling
How does Dr. Girling's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Girling has performed 141 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Texas average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Girling ranks #44 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Girling perform?
Dr. Girling's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (106 cases) and hip replacement (35 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Girling in San Antonio?
Yes. There are 46 orthopedic surgeons in San Antonio 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 Texas surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Girling 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. Girling's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 141 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Girling's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Girling's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 118 procedures in 2018 to 141 in the most recent data, a 19% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 141 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Girling perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Girling's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (106 cases), hip replacement (35 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Girling affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Girling is affiliated with Methodist Hospital, Legent Orthopedic + Spine.
How does Dr. Girling compare to other orthopedic surgeons in San Antonio?
Among the 46 orthopedic surgeons in San Antonio, Dr. Girling ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in San Antonio has 350 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Girling practices?
Methodist Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Legent Orthopedic + Spine (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in San Antonio, Texas
Dr. Girling's 141 Medicare procedures are below the San Antonio average of 176. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in San Antonio.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Phelps | 350 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Bryan Kaiser | 221 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Ursone | 210 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Casey Taber | 121 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sergio Viroslav | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Morrey | 93 | Hip, Knee |
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