Dr. David Thut, M.D.
Contact & Location
603-742-2007
Somersworth, NH 03878
Dr. Thut performs more knee replacement procedures than 85% of orthopedic surgeons in New Hampshire, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #6 of 41 ranked knee surgeons in New Hampshire.
About Dr. Thut
Practice. Dr. David Thut is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Somersworth, New Hampshire. The latest annual CMS data records 78 knee replacements. That is #6 in New Hampshire for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 11 procedures a year to 78, up 609%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 78 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Somersworth has 4 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 | 11 |
| 2014 | 25 |
| 2015 | 21 |
| 2016 | 45 |
| 2017 | 99 |
| 2018 | 59 |
| 2019 | 60 |
| 2020 | 37 |
| 2021 | 44 |
| 2022 | 96 |
| 2023 | 74 |
| 2024 | 78 |
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. Thut Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Hampshire state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Thut's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 609% from 11 procedures in 2013 to 78 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. Thut
How does Dr. Thut's procedure volume compare to other New Hampshire surgeons?
Dr. Thut has performed 78 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the New Hampshire average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Thut ranks #22 out of 56 orthopedic surgeons in New Hampshire.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Thut perform?
Dr. Thut's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 78 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Thut with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Thut ranks #6 in New Hampshire for knee replacement with 78 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 56 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Thut in Somersworth?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Somersworth 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 New Hampshire surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Thut 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. Thut's total volume across all insurers at roughly 280 to 340 procedures against the 78 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. Thut's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Thut's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2013 to 78 in the most recent data, a 609% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 99 procedures in 2017.
Which hospitals is Dr. Thut affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Thut is affiliated with Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, Huggins Hospital.
How does Dr. Thut compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Somersworth?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Somersworth, Dr. Thut ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Thut is among the highest-volume surgeons in Somersworth.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Thut practices?
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Huggins Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Somersworth, New Hampshire
Dr. Thut's 78 Medicare procedures are below the Somersworth average of 100. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Somersworth.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ira Parsons | 177 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Joseph Konopka | 111 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Peter Dirksmeier | 33 | Hip |
Patient Resources & Verification
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