Dr. Robin Fuchs, M.D.
Contact & Location
425-823-4000
Kirkland, WA 98034
Dr. Fuchs performs more knee replacement procedures than 30% of orthopedic surgeons in Washington, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #101 of 146 ranked knee surgeons in Washington.
About Dr. Fuchs
Practice. Dr. Robin Fuchs is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Kirkland, Washington. The latest annual CMS data records 26 knee replacements and 13 hip replacements, 39 procedures in all. That is #101 in Washington for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 11 years. Volume rose from 23 procedures a year to 39, up 70%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 26 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Kirkland has 6 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 | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 23 |
| 2014 | 0 | 14 |
| 2015 | 0 | 14 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 16 |
| 2018 | 0 | 14 |
| 2019 | 0 | 19 |
| 2020 | 0 | 13 |
| 2021 | 0 | 24 |
| 2022 | 0 | 24 |
| 2023 | 0 | 29 |
| 2024 | 13 | 26 |
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. Fuchs Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Washington state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Fuchs's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 70% from 23 procedures in 2013 to 39 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Fuchs
How does Dr. Fuchs's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
Dr. Fuchs has performed 39 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Washington average is 59 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Fuchs ranks #117 out of 198 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Fuchs perform?
Dr. Fuchs's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (26 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Fuchs in Kirkland?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Kirkland 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 Washington surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Fuchs 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. Fuchs's total volume across all insurers at roughly 130 to 170 procedures against the 39 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. Fuchs's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Fuchs's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 23 procedures in 2013 to 39 in the most recent data, a 70% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 39 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Fuchs perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Fuchs's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (26 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Fuchs affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Fuchs is affiliated with Evergreenhealth Medical Center.
How does Dr. Fuchs compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Kirkland?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Kirkland, Dr. Fuchs ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Fuchs is among the highest-volume surgeons in Kirkland.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Fuchs practices?
Evergreenhealth Medical Center (5 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 Kirkland, Washington
Dr. Fuchs's 39 Medicare procedures are below the Kirkland average of 54. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Kirkland.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Adam Rothenberg | 124 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Maher | 70 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Camille Clinton | 36 | Knee |
| Dr. Michael Codsi | 32 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Nathaniel Wingert | 20 | Hip |
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