Dr. Allan Hunt, MD
Contact & Location
Edina, MN 55435
Dr. Allan Hunt is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Edina, Minnesota. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Hunt has completed 25 knee replacements (#70 in Minnesota), 19 hip replacements, and 17 shoulder replacements, totaling 61 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Minnesota, Dr. Hunt performs near average in knee (25 vs 30 avg), below average in hip (19 vs 26 avg), below average in shoulder (17 vs 24 avg).
Dr. Hunt performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (25 cases), followed by hip replacements (19) and shoulder replacements (17).
Edina is home to 22 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Edina area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Hunt extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 61 in the most recent data, a 369% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Hunt's 25 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 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. Hunt Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Minnesota state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hunt's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 369% from 13 procedures in 2013 to 61 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. Hunt
How does Dr. Hunt's procedure volume compare to other Minnesota surgeons?
Dr. Hunt has performed 61 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Minnesota average of 43 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hunt ranks #44 out of 187 orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hunt perform?
Dr. Hunt performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (25 cases), hip replacement (19 cases), shoulder replacement (17 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hunt in Edina?
Yes. There are 22 orthopedic surgeons in Edina 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 Minnesota surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Hunt 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. Hunt's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 61 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Hunt's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hunt's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2013 to 61 in the most recent data, a 369% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 69 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Hunt perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hunt's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (25 cases), hip replacement (19 cases), shoulder replacement (17 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Hunt among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hunt affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hunt is affiliated with Ridgeview Medical Center, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital.
How does Dr. Hunt compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Edina?
Among the 22 orthopedic surgeons in Edina, Dr. Hunt ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Edina has 145 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hunt practices?
Ridgeview Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital (4 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 Edina, Minnesota
Dr. Hunt's 61 Medicare procedures are below the Edina average of 77. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Edina.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Mark Heller | 145 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Anseth | 116 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bishoy Gad | 76 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Tuttle | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Loren Vorlicky | 38 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Anderson | 36 | Hip, Knee |
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