Dr. Ronald Labutti, D.O.
Contact & Location
918-494-2665
Tulsa, OK 74137
Dr. Labutti performs more knee replacement procedures than 72% of orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #28 of 103 ranked knee surgeons in Oklahoma.
About Dr. Labutti
Practice. Dr. Ronald Labutti is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The latest annual CMS data records 52 knee replacements and 29 hip replacements, 81 procedures in all. That is #28 in Oklahoma for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 68 procedures a year to 81, up 19%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 52 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Tulsa has 28 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 | 26 | 42 |
| 2014 | 24 | 51 |
| 2015 | 33 | 74 |
| 2016 | 31 | 64 |
| 2017 | 28 | 57 |
| 2018 | 37 | 62 |
| 2019 | 32 | 58 |
| 2020 | 26 | 50 |
| 2021 | 20 | 44 |
| 2022 | 24 | 53 |
| 2023 | 26 | 54 |
| 2024 | 29 | 52 |
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. Labutti Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oklahoma state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Labutti's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 19% from 68 procedures in 2013 to 81 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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Prehabilitation: Preparing Your Body for SurgeryEvidence-based exercises and lifestyle adjustments that can improve surgical outcomes and speed recovery when started weeks before your procedure.
Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Labutti
How does Dr. Labutti's procedure volume compare to other Oklahoma surgeons?
Dr. Labutti has performed 81 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Oklahoma average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Labutti ranks #32 out of 119 orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Labutti perform?
Dr. Labutti's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (52 cases) and hip replacement (29 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Labutti 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. Labutti 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. Labutti's total volume across all insurers at roughly 270 to 340 procedures against the 81 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. Labutti's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Labutti's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 68 procedures in 2013 to 81 in the most recent data, a 19% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 107 procedures in 2015.
Does Dr. Labutti perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Labutti's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (52 cases), hip replacement (29 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Labutti affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Labutti is affiliated with Oklahoma Surgical Hospital, Llc, Ascension St John Broken Arrow, W W Hastings Indian Hospital.
How does Dr. Labutti compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Tulsa?
Among the 28 orthopedic surgeons in Tulsa, Dr. Labutti ranks #10 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. Labutti practices?
Oklahoma Surgical Hospital, Llc (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Ascension St John Broken Arrow (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); W W Hastings Indian 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 Tulsa, Oklahoma
Dr. Labutti's 81 Medicare procedures are below the Tulsa average of 183. 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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