Dr. Robert Tuttle, M.D.
Contact & Location
952-946-9777
Edina, MN 55439
Dr. Tuttle performs more knee replacement procedures than 74% of orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #37 of 144 ranked knee surgeons in Minnesota.
About Dr. Tuttle
Practice. Dr. Robert Tuttle is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Edina, Minnesota. The latest annual CMS data records 37 knee replacements and 30 hip replacements, 67 procedures in all. That is #37 in Minnesota for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 17 procedures a year to 67, up 294%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 37 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Edina has 22 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 | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 17 | 0 |
| 2014 | 16 | 13 |
| 2015 | 16 | 17 |
| 2016 | 15 | 29 |
| 2017 | 15 | 22 |
| 2018 | 19 | 23 |
| 2019 | 35 | 36 |
| 2020 | 28 | 31 |
| 2021 | 27 | 43 |
| 2022 | 35 | 50 |
| 2023 | 25 | 70 |
| 2024 | 30 | 37 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Tuttle Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Minnesota state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Tuttle's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 294% from 17 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Tuttle
How does Dr. Tuttle's procedure volume compare to other Minnesota surgeons?
Dr. Tuttle has performed 67 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Minnesota average of 43 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Tuttle ranks #33 out of 187 orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Tuttle perform?
Dr. Tuttle's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (37 cases) and hip replacement (30 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Tuttle 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. Tuttle 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Tuttle's total volume across all insurers at roughly 220 to 280 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. Tuttle's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Tuttle's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 17 procedures in 2013 to 67 in the most recent data, a 294% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 95 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Tuttle perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Tuttle's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (37 cases), hip replacement (30 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Tuttle affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Tuttle is affiliated with Abbott Northwestern Hospital, United Hospital.
How does Dr. Tuttle compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Edina?
Among the 22 orthopedic surgeons in Edina, Dr. Tuttle ranks #4 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. Tuttle practices?
Abbott Northwestern Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); United 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 Edina, Minnesota
Dr. Tuttle's 67 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. Allan Hunt | 61 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Loren Vorlicky | 38 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Anderson | 36 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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