Dr. Kurt Schluntz, M.D.
Contact & Location
301-530-1010
Bethesda, MD 20817
Dr. Schluntz performs more knee replacement procedures than 73% of orthopedic surgeons in Maryland, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #36 of 138 ranked knee surgeons in Maryland.
About Dr. Schluntz
Practice. Dr. Kurt Schluntz is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bethesda, Maryland. The latest annual CMS data records 67 knee replacements. That is #36 in Maryland for knee replacement. Dr. Schluntz also holds credentials in Sports Medicine. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 55 procedures a year to 67, up 22%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 67 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Bethesda has 11 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 | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 55 |
| 2014 | 59 |
| 2015 | 40 |
| 2016 | 44 |
| 2017 | 63 |
| 2018 | 61 |
| 2019 | 54 |
| 2020 | 30 |
| 2021 | 55 |
| 2022 | 66 |
| 2023 | 58 |
| 2024 | 67 |
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. 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. Schluntz Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maryland state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Schluntz's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 22% from 55 procedures in 2013 to 67 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. Schluntz
How does Dr. Schluntz's procedure volume compare to other Maryland surgeons?
Dr. Schluntz has performed 67 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Maryland average of 71 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Schluntz ranks #68 out of 166 orthopedic surgeons in Maryland.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Schluntz perform?
Dr. Schluntz's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 67 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Schluntz in Bethesda?
Yes. There are 11 orthopedic surgeons in Bethesda 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 Maryland surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Schluntz 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, which puts Dr. Schluntz's total volume across all insurers at roughly 240 to 290 procedures against the 67 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. Schluntz's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Schluntz's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 55 procedures in 2013 to 67 in the most recent data, a 22% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 67 procedures in 2024.
Which hospitals is Dr. Schluntz affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Schluntz is affiliated with Suburban Hospital.
How does Dr. Schluntz compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bethesda?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in Bethesda, Dr. Schluntz ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Bethesda has 397 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Schluntz practices?
Suburban Hospital (3 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 Bethesda, Maryland
Dr. Schluntz's 67 Medicare procedures are below the Bethesda average of 142. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bethesda.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Cannova | 397 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sridhar Durbhakula | 230 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Carey Politzer | 101 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Shian Peterson | 78 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Min Lu | 75 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Craig Miller | 45 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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