Dr. Paul Grutter, MD
Dr. Paul Grutter is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Gallatin, Tennessee. Dr. Grutter has performed 13 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#99 in Tennessee) and 12 knee replacements, for a combined total of 25 procedures.
In Tennessee, Dr. Grutter performs below average in hip (13 vs 36 avg), below average in knee (12 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Grutter's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (13 cases) and knee replacements (12 cases).
Gallatin is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Gallatin area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Grutter extend back to 2018, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 15 to 25 in the most recent data, a 67% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Grutter's 13 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 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. Grutter Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Contact & Location
Gallatin, TN 37066
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Grutter's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 67% from 15 procedures in 2018 to 25 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. Grutter
How does Dr. Grutter's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Grutter has performed 25 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Tennessee average is 64 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Grutter ranks #156 out of 214 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Grutter perform?
Dr. Grutter's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (13 cases) and knee replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Grutter in Gallatin?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Gallatin 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. Grutter 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. Grutter's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 25 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Grutter's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Grutter's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2018 to 25 in the most recent data, a 67% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 33 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Grutter perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Grutter's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (13 cases), knee replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Grutter affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Grutter is affiliated with Tristar Hendersonville Medical Center.
How does Dr. Grutter compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Gallatin?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Gallatin, Dr. Grutter ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Gallatin has 97 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Grutter practices?
Tristar Hendersonville Medical Center (4 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 Gallatin, Tennessee
Dr. Grutter's 25 Medicare procedures are below the Gallatin average of 59. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Gallatin.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Gautsch | 97 | Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Rose | 85 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Koch | 78 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Benjamin Debelak | 11 | Knee |
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