Dr. Robert Schmidt, MD
Contact & Location
817-877-3432
Fort Worth, TX 76132
Dr. Schmidt performs more knee replacement procedures than 92% of orthopedic surgeons in Texas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #38 of 489 ranked knee surgeons in Texas.
About Dr. Schmidt
Dr. Robert Schmidt is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fort Worth, Texas. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Schmidt performed 99 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#38 in Texas) and 30 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 129 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Schmidt performs well above the state average in knee (99 vs 42), near the state average in hip (30 vs 31).
Dr. Schmidt's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 77% of reported Medicare volume.
Fort Worth is home to 24 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Fort Worth area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Schmidt's Medicare record spans 12 years from 2013 through 2024. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 90 to 186 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Schmidt's 99 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 40 | 89 |
| 2014 | 43 | 84 |
| 2015 | 42 | 83 |
| 2016 | 33 | 124 |
| 2017 | 38 | 148 |
| 2018 | 43 | 89 |
| 2019 | 24 | 116 |
| 2020 | 18 | 72 |
| 2021 | 36 | 76 |
| 2022 | 37 | 82 |
| 2023 | 29 | 110 |
| 2024 | 30 | 99 |
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Schmidt Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Schmidt's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 90 to 186 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Schmidt
How does Dr. Schmidt's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Schmidt has performed 129 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Schmidt ranks #54 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Schmidt perform?
Dr. Schmidt's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (99 cases) and hip replacement (30 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Schmidt in Fort Worth?
Yes. There are 24 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Worth 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. Schmidt 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Schmidt's total volume across all insurers at roughly 440 to 550 procedures against the 129 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. Schmidt's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Schmidt's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 90 to 186 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Schmidt perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Schmidt's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (99 cases), hip replacement (30 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Schmidt affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Schmidt is affiliated with Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southwest F, Texas Health Harris Methodist Fort Worth, Palo Pinto General Hospital, Graham Regional Medical Center, Texas Health Huguley Hospital Fort Worth South.
How does Dr. Schmidt compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fort Worth?
Among the 24 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Worth, Dr. Schmidt ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Fort Worth has 168 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Schmidt practices?
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southwest F (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Texas Health Harris Methodist Fort Worth (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Palo Pinto General Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, 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 Fort Worth, Texas
Dr. Schmidt's 129 Medicare procedures are below the Fort Worth average of 139. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fort Worth.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ajai Cadambi | 168 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Theodore Crofford | 154 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey McGowen | 148 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Ogden | 142 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nathan Haile | 123 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Marcus Ford | 110 | Hip, Knee |
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