Knee
Dr. Ramon Ruberte Thiele, M.D.
Dr. Ramon Ruberte Thiele is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Danville, Virginia. Dr. Ruberte Thiele has performed 12 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #179 in Virginia.
In Virginia, Dr. Ruberte Thiele performs below average in knee (12 vs 58 avg).
Dr. Ruberte Thiele's Medicare data shows a focused knee 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.
Danville is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Danville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Ruberte Thiele first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Ruberte Thiele's 12 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 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. Ruberte Thiele Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Contact & Location
Danville, VA 24541
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Ruberte Thiele
How does Dr. Ruberte Thiele's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Ruberte Thiele has performed 12 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Virginia average is 83 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Ruberte Thiele ranks #219 out of 223 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ruberte Thiele perform?
Dr. Ruberte Thiele's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee 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. Ruberte Thiele in Danville?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Danville 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 Virginia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Ruberte Thiele 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. Ruberte Thiele's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 12 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ruberte Thiele affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ruberte Thiele is affiliated with Sovah Health Danville.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ruberte Thiele practices?
Sovah Health Danville (2 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 Danville, Virginia
Dr. Ruberte Thiele's 12 Medicare procedures are below the Danville average of 17. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Danville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Mahoney | 21 | Knee |
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