Dr. Gregory Holt, MD
Contact & Location
Tulsa, OK 74136
Dr. Gregory Holt is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Tulsa, Oklahoma. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Holt has performed 20 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#73 in Oklahoma) and 13 hip replacements, for a combined total of 33 procedures.
In Oklahoma, Dr. Holt performs below average in knee (20 vs 47 avg), below average in hip (13 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Holt's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (20 cases) and hip replacements (13 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Holt holds additional credentials in Sports Medicine, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Tulsa is home to 28 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Tulsa area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Holt also maintains hospital privileges in OK and NY, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Oklahoma.
Dr. Holt's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 82 procedures in 2016 before settling at 33 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Holt's 20 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. Holt Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oklahoma state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Holt's recorded volume peaked at 82 procedures in 2016 and stood at 33 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. Holt
How does Dr. Holt's procedure volume compare to other Oklahoma surgeons?
Dr. Holt has performed 33 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Oklahoma average is 65 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Holt ranks #66 out of 119 orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Holt perform?
Dr. Holt's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Holt in Tulsa?
Yes. There are 28 orthopedic surgeons in Tulsa 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 Oklahoma surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Holt 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. Holt's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 33 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Holt's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Holt's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 82 procedures in 2016 and was 33 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.
Does Dr. Holt perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Holt's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Holt affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Holt is affiliated with Ascension St John Broken Arrow, Nyu Langone Hospitals, Ascension St John Medical Center. Dr. Holt maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Holt compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Tulsa?
Among the 28 orthopedic surgeons in Tulsa, Dr. Holt ranks #17 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Tulsa has 415 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Holt practices?
Ascension St John Broken Arrow (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Nyu Langone Hospitals (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Ascension St John Medical Center (2 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 Tulsa, Oklahoma
Dr. Holt's 33 Medicare procedures are below the Tulsa average of 176. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Tulsa.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Yogesh Mittal | 415 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sarat Kunapuli | 189 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Justin Reid | 186 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Christopher Browne | 154 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jennifer Peterson | 143 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Chad Crawley | 115 | Hip, Knee |
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