Dr. Frank Tull, M.D.
Dr. Frank Tull is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bridgeton, Missouri. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Tull has performed 79 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#4 in Missouri) and 28 knee replacements, for a combined total of 107 procedures.
In Missouri, Dr. Tull performs well above average in hip (79 vs 30 avg), below average in knee (28 vs 43 avg).
Dr. Tull's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (79 cases) and knee replacements (28 cases).
Bridgeton is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bridgeton area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Tull extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 78 to 107 in the most recent data, a 37% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Tull's 79 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 36.
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. Tull Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Contact & Location
Bridgeton, MO 63044
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Tull's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 37% from 78 procedures in 2013 to 107 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. Tull
How does Dr. Tull's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Tull has performed 107 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Missouri average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Tull ranks #28 out of 199 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Tull perform?
Dr. Tull's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (79 cases) and knee replacement (28 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Tull with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Tull ranks #4 in Missouri for hip replacement with 79 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 199 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Tull in Bridgeton?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Bridgeton 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 Missouri surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Tull 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. Tull's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 107 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Tull's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Tull's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 78 procedures in 2013 to 107 in the most recent data, a 37% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 107 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Tull perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Tull's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (79 cases), knee replacement (28 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Tull affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Tull is affiliated with Ssm Health Depaul Hospital St Louis, Ssm Health St Joseph Hospital-St Charles, Ssm Health St Joseph Hospital-Lake Saint Louis.
How does Dr. Tull compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bridgeton?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Bridgeton, Dr. Tull ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Tull is among the highest-volume surgeons in Bridgeton.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Tull practices?
Ssm Health Depaul Hospital St Louis (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ssm Health St Joseph Hospital-St Charles (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Ssm Health St Joseph Hospital-Lake Saint Louis (3 out of 5 CMS stars, 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 Bridgeton, Missouri
Dr. Tull's 107 Medicare procedures are above the Bridgeton average of 78. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bridgeton.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. William Schroer | 204 | Knee |
| Dr. Katherine Burns | 50 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Crystel Knierim | 16 | Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Nelson | 13 | Hip |
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