Dr. Thomas Knox, M.D.
Dr. Thomas Knox is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mountain Home, Arkansas. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Knox has completed 22 knee replacements (#56 in Arkansas), 12 hip replacements, and 12 shoulder replacements, totaling 46 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Arkansas, Dr. Knox performs below average in knee (22 vs 47 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 34 avg), below average in shoulder (12 vs 23 avg).
Dr. Knox performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (22 cases), followed by hip replacements (12) and shoulder replacements (12).
Mountain Home is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Mountain Home area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Knox also maintains hospital privileges in AR and MO, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Arkansas.
Dr. Knox's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 108 procedures in 2016 before settling at 46 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Knox's 22 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. Knox Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arkansas state average.
Contact & Location
Mountain Home, AR 72653
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Knox's recorded volume peaked at 108 procedures in 2016 and stood at 46 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. Knox
How does Dr. Knox's procedure volume compare to other Arkansas surgeons?
Dr. Knox has performed 46 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. Knox ranks #42 out of 89 orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Knox perform?
Dr. Knox performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (22 cases), hip replacement (12 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Knox in Mountain Home?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Mountain Home 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. Knox 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. Knox's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 46 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Knox's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Knox's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 108 procedures in 2016 and was 46 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.
Does Dr. Knox perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Knox's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases), hip replacement (12 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Knox among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Knox affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Knox is affiliated with Baxter Health, Ozarks Healthcare. Dr. Knox maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Knox compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Mountain Home?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Mountain Home, Dr. Knox ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Knox is among the highest-volume surgeons in Mountain Home.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Knox practices?
Baxter Health (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate above national average); Ozarks Healthcare (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Mountain Home, Arkansas
Dr. Knox's 46 Medicare procedures are above the Mountain Home average of 41. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mountain Home.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Russell Rauls | 96 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Merwin Moore | 40 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason McConnell | 27 | Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Souder | 18 | Knee |
| Dr. Donald Franklin | 16 | Knee |
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