Dr. Pradyumna Gurusamy, M.D.
Contact & Location
Franklin, TN 37067
Dr. Pradyumna Gurusamy is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Franklin, Tennessee. Dr. Gurusamy has performed 29 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#61 in Tennessee) and 21 knee replacements, for a combined total of 50 procedures.
In Tennessee, Dr. Gurusamy performs near average in hip (29 vs 36 avg), below average in knee (21 vs 46 avg).
Dr. Gurusamy's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (29 cases) and knee replacements (21 cases).
Franklin is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Franklin area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Gurusamy first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,532 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Gurusamy's 29 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
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. Gurusamy Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
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. Gurusamy
How does Dr. Gurusamy's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Gurusamy has performed 50 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Tennessee average is 65 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Gurusamy ranks #108 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gurusamy perform?
Dr. Gurusamy's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (29 cases) and knee replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gurusamy in Franklin?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Franklin 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. Gurusamy 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. Gurusamy's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 50 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Gurusamy perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Gurusamy's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (29 cases), knee replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gurusamy affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gurusamy is affiliated with Williamson Medical Center.
How does Dr. Gurusamy compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Franklin?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Franklin, Dr. Gurusamy ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Franklin has 235 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Gurusamy practices?
Williamson 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 Franklin, Tennessee
Dr. Gurusamy's 50 Medicare procedures are below the Franklin average of 106. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Franklin.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Cory Calendine | 235 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Perkinson | 177 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ian Byram | 78 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Colin Looney | 76 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Thomas | 68 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Christopher Stark | 59 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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