Dr. John Knutson, M.D.
Contact & Location
970-399-4200
Delta, CO 81416
Delta, CO 81416
Dr. Knutson performs more knee replacement procedures than 46% of orthopedic surgeons in Colorado, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #63 of 118 ranked knee surgeons in Colorado.
About Dr. Knutson
Practice. Dr. John Knutson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Delta, Colorado. The latest annual CMS data records 35 knee replacements and 12 shoulder replacements, 47 procedures in all. That is #63 in Colorado for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 98 in 2023 and stands at 47 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 35 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 29 | 0 |
| 2014 | 15 | 38 | 0 |
| 2015 | 15 | 49 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 51 | 0 |
| 2017 | 20 | 40 | 0 |
| 2018 | 16 | 54 | 0 |
| 2019 | 18 | 40 | 12 |
| 2020 | 20 | 33 | 11 |
| 2021 | 12 | 55 | 0 |
| 2022 | 13 | 54 | 15 |
| 2023 | 23 | 57 | 18 |
| 2024 | 0 | 35 | 12 |
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, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Knutson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Knutson's recorded volume peaked at 98 procedures in 2023 and stood at 47 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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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Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Knutson
How does Dr. Knutson's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Knutson has performed 47 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Colorado average is 64 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Knutson ranks #85 out of 169 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Knutson perform?
Dr. Knutson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases) and shoulder replacement (12 cases).
Where is Dr. Knutson's practice located?
Dr. Knutson practices in Delta, Colorado. The office is located at 257 Cottonwood St, Delta, CO 81416. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Knutson for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Knutson 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Knutson's total volume across all insurers at roughly 160 to 190 procedures against the 47 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. Knutson's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Knutson's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 98 procedures in 2023 and was 47 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Knutson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Knutson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Knutson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Knutson is affiliated with Delta County Memorial Hospital, Montrose Regional Health.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Knutson practices?
Delta County Memorial Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Montrose Regional Health (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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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