Dr. Robert Graham, M.D.
Contact & Location
512-491-6404
Austin, TX 78758
Dr. Graham performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 91% of orthopedic surgeons in Texas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #12 of 140 ranked shoulder surgeons in Texas.
About Dr. Graham
Practice. Dr. Robert Graham is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Austin, Texas. The latest annual CMS data records 54 shoulder replacements. That is #12 in Texas for shoulder replacement. Dr. Graham also holds credentials in Sports Medicine. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 69 in 2013 and stands at 54 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 54 procedures is above the national average of 29.
Local context. Austin has 33 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 21 | 48 |
| 2014 | 0 | 58 |
| 2015 | 0 | 53 |
| 2016 | 0 | 58 |
| 2017 | 18 | 48 |
| 2018 | 0 | 53 |
| 2019 | 0 | 57 |
| 2020 | 0 | 52 |
| 2021 | 0 | 57 |
| 2022 | 0 | 49 |
| 2023 | 0 | 59 |
| 2024 | 0 | 54 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Graham Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Graham's recorded volume peaked at 69 procedures in 2013 and stood at 54 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Graham
How does Dr. Graham's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Graham has performed 54 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Graham ranks #218 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Graham perform?
Dr. Graham's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 54 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Graham with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Graham ranks #12 in Texas for shoulder replacement with 54 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 582 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Graham in Austin?
Yes. There are 33 orthopedic surgeons in Austin 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. Graham represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Graham's total volume across all insurers at roughly 150 to 190 procedures against the 54 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Graham's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Graham's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 69 procedures in 2013 and was 54 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Which hospitals is Dr. Graham affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Graham is affiliated with Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin, St David'S Medical Center, Ascension Seton Hays.
How does Dr. Graham compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Austin?
Among the 33 orthopedic surgeons in Austin, Dr. Graham ranks #15 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Austin has 220 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Graham practices?
Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St David'S Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ascension Seton Hays (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 Austin, Texas
Dr. Graham's 54 Medicare procedures are below the Austin average of 157. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Austin.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. E Heinrich | 220 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jacob Manuel | 220 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tyler Goldberg | 170 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Dodgin | 164 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jose Romero | 158 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Jimenez | 116 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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