Dr. Thomas Terral is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fairhope, Alabama. In 2023, Dr. Terral performed 40 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#25 in Alabama) and 15 hip replacements, for a combined total of 55 procedures.
Dr. Terral's 55 Medicare procedures are near the Alabama median of 35. The state has 129 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Terral's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (40 cases) and hip replacements (15 cases).
Fairhope is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Fairhope area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Terral
How does Dr. Terral's procedure volume compare to other Alabama surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Terral performed 55 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Alabama average of 47 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Terral ranks #41 out of 129 orthopedic surgeons in Alabama.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Terral perform?
Dr. Terral's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (40 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Terral in Fairhope?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Fairhope 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 Alabama surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Terral represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Terral's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 55 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Fairhope, Alabama
Compare Dr. Terral's volume with other surgeons practicing in Fairhope.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Albert Savage | 61 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joey Carter | 32 | Knee |
| Dr. Jason Determann | 24 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Trevor Stubbs | 19 | Hip |
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