Dr. Tad Pruitt, M.D.
Contact & Location
Little Rock, AR 72204
Dr. Tad Pruitt is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Little Rock, Arkansas. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Pruitt has performed 33 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#37 in Arkansas) and 19 hip replacements, for a combined total of 52 procedures.
In Arkansas, Dr. Pruitt performs below average in knee (33 vs 47 avg), below average in hip (19 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Pruitt's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (33 cases) and hip replacements (19 cases).
Little Rock is home to 24 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Little Rock area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Pruitt extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 26 to 52 in the most recent data, a 100% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Pruitt's 33 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 Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Pruitt Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arkansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Pruitt's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 100% from 26 procedures in 2013 to 52 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. Pruitt
How does Dr. Pruitt's procedure volume compare to other Arkansas surgeons?
Dr. Pruitt has performed 52 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Arkansas average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Pruitt ranks #36 out of 89 orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Pruitt perform?
Dr. Pruitt's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (33 cases) and hip replacement (19 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Pruitt in Little Rock?
Yes. There are 24 orthopedic surgeons in Little Rock 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 Arkansas surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Pruitt 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. Pruitt's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 52 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Pruitt's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Pruitt's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 26 procedures in 2013 to 52 in the most recent data, a 100% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 71 procedures in 2017.
Does Dr. Pruitt perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Pruitt's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (33 cases), hip replacement (19 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Pruitt affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Pruitt is affiliated with Baptist Health Medical Center- Conway, Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock, Chi St Vincent Infirmary.
How does Dr. Pruitt compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Little Rock?
Among the 24 orthopedic surgeons in Little Rock, Dr. Pruitt ranks #11 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Little Rock has 322 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Pruitt practices?
Baptist Health Medical Center- Conway (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Chi St Vincent Infirmary (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 Little Rock, Arkansas
Dr. Pruitt's 52 Medicare procedures are below the Little Rock average of 151. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Little Rock.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kenneth Martin | 322 | Knee |
| Dr. Charles Barnes | 169 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Newbern | 139 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Samuel Baxter | 131 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Nix | 126 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Edwards | 117 | Hip, Knee |
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