Dr. Robert Beattie, M.D.
Dr. Robert Beattie is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Saint Albans, Vermont. Dr. Beattie has completed 36 knee replacements (#9 in Vermont), 12 shoulder replacements, and 11 hip replacements, totaling 59 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Vermont, Dr. Beattie performs near average in knee (36 vs 42 avg), below average in shoulder (12 vs 23 avg), below average in hip (11 vs 36 avg).
Dr. Beattie performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (36 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (12) and hip replacements (11).
Saint Albans is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Saint Albans area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Beattie extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 39 to 59 in the most recent data, a 51% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Beattie's 36 verified procedures is near 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. Beattie Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Vermont state average.
Contact & Location
Saint Albans, VT 05478
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Beattie's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 51% from 39 procedures in 2013 to 59 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. Beattie
How does Dr. Beattie's procedure volume compare to other Vermont surgeons?
Dr. Beattie has performed 59 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Vermont average of 67 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Beattie ranks #8 out of 17 orthopedic surgeons in Vermont.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Beattie perform?
Dr. Beattie performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (36 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Beattie with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Beattie ranks #9 in Vermont for knee replacement with 36 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 17 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Beattie in Saint Albans?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Saint Albans 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 Vermont surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Beattie 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. Beattie's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 59 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Beattie's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Beattie's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 39 procedures in 2013 to 59 in the most recent data, a 51% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 59 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. Beattie perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Beattie's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (36 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Beattie among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Beattie affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Beattie is affiliated with Northwestern Medical Center Inc.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Beattie practices?
Northwestern Medical Center Inc (3 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 Saint Albans, Vermont
Dr. Beattie's 59 Medicare procedures are above the Saint Albans average of 39. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Saint Albans.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Nathan Mauser | 18 | Hip |
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