Knee
Dr. Thomas Day, M.D.
Dr. Thomas Day is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Searcy, Arkansas. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Day has performed 28 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #41 in Arkansas.
In Arkansas, Dr. Day performs below average in knee (28 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Day's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 28 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.
Searcy is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Searcy area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Day's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 68 procedures in 2018 before settling at 28 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Day's 28 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 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. Day Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arkansas state average.
Contact & Location
Searcy, AR 72143
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Day's recorded volume peaked at 68 procedures in 2018 and stood at 28 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Day
How does Dr. Day's procedure volume compare to other Arkansas surgeons?
Dr. Day has performed 28 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Arkansas average is 61 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Day ranks #56 out of 89 orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Day perform?
Dr. Day's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 28 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Day in Searcy?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Searcy 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 Arkansas surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Day 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. Day's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 28 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Day's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Day's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 68 procedures in 2018 and was 28 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Which hospitals is Dr. Day affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Day is affiliated with Unity Health White County Medical Center.
How does Dr. Day compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Searcy?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Searcy, Dr. Day ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Day has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Day practices?
Unity Health White County Medical Center (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 Searcy, Arkansas
Dr. Day's 28 Medicare procedures are above the Searcy average of 24. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Searcy.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kyle Blickenstaff | 28 | Knee |
| Dr. Justin Franz | 15 | Knee |
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