Dr. Tad Pruitt is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Little Rock, Arkansas. In 2023, Dr. Pruitt performed 33 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#37 in Arkansas) and 19 hip replacements, for a combined total of 52 procedures.
Dr. Pruitt's 52 Medicare procedures are near the Arkansas median of 43. The state has 89 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
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.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Pruitt
How does Dr. Pruitt's procedure volume compare to other Arkansas surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Pruitt 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 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Little Rock, Arkansas
Compare Dr. Pruitt's volume with other 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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