Dr. Mark Cutright, MD
Dr. Mark Cutright is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Paris, Tennessee. Dr. Cutright has completed 30 knee replacements (#95 in Tennessee), 21 hip replacements, and 14 shoulder replacements, totaling 65 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Tennessee, Dr. Cutright performs below average in knee (30 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (21 vs 36 avg), below average in shoulder (14 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Cutright performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (30 cases), followed by hip replacements (21) and shoulder replacements (14).
Paris is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Paris area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Cutright extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 24 to 65 in the most recent data, a 171% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Cutright's 30 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Cutright Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Contact & Location
Paris, TN 38242
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cutright's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 171% from 24 procedures in 2013 to 65 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. Cutright
How does Dr. Cutright's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Cutright has performed 65 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Tennessee average of 64 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Cutright ranks #71 out of 214 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cutright perform?
Dr. Cutright performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (30 cases), hip replacement (21 cases), shoulder replacement (14 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cutright in Paris?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Paris 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 Tennessee surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Cutright 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. Cutright's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 65 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Cutright's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Cutright's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 24 procedures in 2013 to 65 in the most recent data, a 171% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 75 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Cutright perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Cutright's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases), hip replacement (21 cases), shoulder replacement (14 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Cutright among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cutright affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cutright is affiliated with West Tennessee Healthcare Henry County Hospital.
How does Dr. Cutright compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Paris?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Paris, Dr. Cutright ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Cutright is among the highest-volume surgeons in Paris.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Cutright practices?
West Tennessee Healthcare Henry County Hospital (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 Paris, Tennessee
Dr. Cutright's 65 Medicare procedures are above the Paris average of 58. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Paris.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Gerald Chandler | 84 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Kyle Stephens | 24 | Knee |
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