Dr. Todd Wurth, MD
Contact & Location
615-791-2630
Franklin, TN 37067
Dr. Wurth performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 32% of orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #39 of 58 ranked shoulder surgeons in Tennessee.
About Dr. Wurth
Dr. Todd Wurth is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Franklin, Tennessee. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Wurth performed 17 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements in the latest annual CMS data, ranking #39 in Tennessee.
In Tennessee, Dr. Wurth performs below the state average in shoulder (17 vs 32).
Dr. Wurth's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 17 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
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.
Medicare records for Dr. Wurth extend back to 2018, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 17 in the most recent data, a 55% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Wurth's 17 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 29 among 2,213 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2024 | 17 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Wurth Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wurth's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 55% from 11 procedures in 2018 to 17 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 Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Wurth
How does Dr. Wurth's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Wurth has performed 17 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. Wurth ranks #188 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wurth perform?
Dr. Wurth's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 17 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Wurth 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. Wurth 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Wurth's total volume across all insurers at roughly 50 to 60 procedures against the 17 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. Wurth's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Wurth's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2018 to 17 in the most recent data, a 55% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 18 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wurth affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Wurth is affiliated with Williamson Medical Center, Maury Regional Hospital.
How does Dr. Wurth compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Franklin?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Franklin, Dr. Wurth ranks #9 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. Wurth practices?
Williamson Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Maury Regional Hospital (3 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. Wurth's 17 Medicare procedures are below the Franklin average of 101. 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 |
Patient Resources & Verification
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