Dr. Tyler Larson, M.D.
Contact & Location
218-786-8364
Duluth, MN 55805
Omaha, NE 68198
Dr. Larson performs more knee replacement procedures than 1% of orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #142 of 144 ranked knee surgeons in Minnesota.
About Dr. Larson
Practice. Dr. Tyler Larson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Duluth, Minnesota. The latest annual CMS data records 11 knee replacements. That is #142 in Minnesota for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2014.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2021 to 2024, 4 years. Volume peaked at 29 in 2022 and stands at 11 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 11 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Duluth has 12 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 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 17 |
| 2022 | 16 | 13 |
| 2023 | 0 | 17 |
| 2024 | 0 | 11 |
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. Larson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Minnesota state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Larson's recorded volume peaked at 29 procedures in 2022 and stood at 11 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Larson
How does Dr. Larson's procedure volume compare to other Minnesota surgeons?
Dr. Larson has performed 11 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Minnesota average is 43 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Larson ranks #185 out of 187 orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Larson perform?
Dr. Larson's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Larson in Duluth?
Yes. There are 12 orthopedic surgeons in Duluth 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. Larson 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. Larson's total volume across all insurers at roughly 40 to 50 procedures against the 11 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. Larson's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Larson's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 29 procedures in 2022 and was 11 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Larson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Larson is affiliated with Tamarack Health Ashland Medical Center, Tamarack Health Hayward Medical Center, Essentia Health St Mary'S Hospital - Superior. Dr. Larson maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Larson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Duluth?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in Duluth, Dr. Larson ranks #12 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Duluth has 44 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Larson practices?
Tamarack Health Ashland Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Tamarack Health Hayward Medical Center (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Essentia Health St Mary'S Hospital - Superior (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Duluth, Minnesota
Dr. Larson's 11 Medicare procedures are below the Duluth average of 31. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Duluth.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Momont | 44 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joshua Rother | 38 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Rust | 38 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. David Fogarty | 35 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Gibbons | 28 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Samuel Harms | 25 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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