How do I contact Dr. Thomas Paynter?

You can contact Dr. Thomas Paynter at 907-562-2277. The practice is located at 3801 Lake Otis Pkwy Ste 300 in Anchorage, Alaska.

What procedures does Dr. Thomas Paynter specialize in?

Dr. Thomas Paynter is an orthopedic surgeon in Anchorage, Alaska specializing in joint replacement procedures. Medicare data shows procedures performed including hip replacement, knee replacement, shoulder replacement.

How many Medicare procedures has Dr. Thomas Paynter performed?

According to Medicare data, Dr. Thomas Paynter has performed 110 joint replacement procedures. This represents Medicare fee-for-service cases and accounts for approximately 33-37% of all procedures nationwide.

What is Dr. Thomas Paynter's ranking in Alaska?

Dr. Thomas Paynter is ranked #3 overall in Alaska for orthopedic procedure volume based on Medicare data.

Does Dr. Thomas Paynter accept new patients?

To find out if Dr. Thomas Paynter is accepting new patients, please contact the office directly at 907-562-2277. Most orthopedic surgeons require a referral from your primary care physician.

Dr. Thomas Paynter, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Thomas Paynter is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Anchorage, Alaska. In 2023, Dr. Paynter completed 50 knee replacements (#4 in Alaska), 36 shoulder replacements, and 24 hip replacements — 110 total Medicare-verified procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Alaska.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement

50 verified cases

#4 in Alaska

Shoulder Replacement

36 verified cases

#2 in Alaska

Hip Replacement

24 verified cases

#6 in Alaska

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Paynter

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (110 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Paynter, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 907-562-2277

3801 Lake Otis Pkwy Ste 300
Anchorage, AK 99508

NPI: 1831234798

Credentials: MD

✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)

📅 19 years of practice experience

🎓 Licensed MD

🏥 Licensed surgical specialist

🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon

📞 Contact information available

Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.

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Dr. Thomas Paynter, MD

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

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Contact & Location

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