Dr. Mark Tuttle, MD
Dr. Mark Tuttle is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Denver, Colorado. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Tuttle has performed 18 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#104 in Colorado) and 16 hip replacements, for a combined total of 34 procedures.
In Colorado, Dr. Tuttle performs below average in knee (18 vs 49 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Tuttle's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (18 cases) and hip replacements (16 cases).
Denver is home to 23 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Denver area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Tuttle's Medicare record spans 6 years from 2018 through 2023. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 17 to 49 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Dr. Tuttle's 18 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 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. Tuttle Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
Contact & Location
Denver, CO 80218
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Tuttle's procedure volume has been consistent across 6 years of Medicare data, ranging from 17 to 49 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Tuttle
How does Dr. Tuttle's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Tuttle has performed 34 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Colorado average is 63 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Tuttle ranks #105 out of 165 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Tuttle perform?
Dr. Tuttle's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (18 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Tuttle in Denver?
Yes. There are 23 orthopedic surgeons in Denver 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 Colorado surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Tuttle 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. Tuttle's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 34 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Tuttle's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Tuttle's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 6 years of Medicare data, ranging from 17 to 49 procedures per year between 2018 and 2023. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Tuttle perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Tuttle's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (18 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Tuttle compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Denver?
Among the 23 orthopedic surgeons in Denver, Dr. Tuttle ranks #16 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Denver has 302 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Denver, Colorado
Dr. Tuttle's 34 Medicare procedures are below the Denver average of 126. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Denver.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Raymond Kim | 302 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Todd Miner | 130 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Edward 'ted' Parks | 118 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Jennings | 100 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charlie Yang | 99 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Larkin | 97 | Hip, Knee |
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