Dr. Ryan Gursky, DO
Contact & Location
918-494-4460
Tulsa, OK 74136
Blue Springsq, MO 64014
Dr. Gursky performs more knee replacement procedures than 86% of orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #14 of 103 ranked knee surgeons in Oklahoma.
About Dr. Gursky
Dr. Ryan Gursky is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Tulsa, Oklahoma. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Gursky performed 74 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#14 in Oklahoma) and 38 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 112 procedures.
In Oklahoma, Dr. Gursky performs above the state average in knee (74 vs 47), near the state average in hip (38 vs 38).
Dr. Gursky's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (74 cases) and hip replacements (38 cases).
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.
Medicare records for Dr. Gursky extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 61 to 112 in the most recent data, a 84% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Gursky's 74 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 13 | 48 |
| 2014 | 27 | 48 |
| 2015 | 16 | 58 |
| 2016 | 31 | 77 |
| 2017 | 24 | 83 |
| 2018 | 46 | 118 |
| 2019 | 44 | 117 |
| 2020 | 43 | 94 |
| 2021 | 33 | 74 |
| 2022 | 48 | 90 |
| 2023 | 45 | 70 |
| 2024 | 38 | 74 |
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. Gursky Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oklahoma state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gursky's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 84% from 61 procedures in 2013 to 112 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. Gursky
How does Dr. Gursky's procedure volume compare to other Oklahoma surgeons?
Dr. Gursky has performed 112 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Oklahoma average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Gursky ranks #17 out of 119 orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gursky perform?
Dr. Gursky's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (74 cases) and hip replacement (38 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Gursky with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Gursky ranks #14 in Oklahoma for knee replacement with 74 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 119 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gursky 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. Gursky 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. Gursky's total volume across all insurers at roughly 380 to 470 procedures against the 112 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. Gursky's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Gursky's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 61 procedures in 2013 to 112 in the most recent data, a 84% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 164 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. Gursky perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Gursky's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (74 cases), hip replacement (38 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gursky affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gursky is affiliated with Ascension St John Medical Center, Saint Francis Hospital, Inc, Saint Francis Hospital South, Llc.
How does Dr. Gursky compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Tulsa?
Among the 28 orthopedic surgeons in Tulsa, Dr. Gursky ranks #7 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. Gursky practices?
Ascension St John Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Saint Francis Hospital, Inc (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Saint Francis Hospital South, Llc (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Dr. Gursky's 112 Medicare procedures are below the Tulsa average of 188. 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 |
Patient Resources & Verification
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