Dr. John Thompson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sun City, Arizona. In 2023, Dr. Thompson performed 23 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#106 in Arizona) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 35 procedures.
Dr. Thompson recorded 35 Medicare fee-for-service procedures in 2023. Medicare data represents approximately one-third of all joint replacements nationwide, so these counts reflect only a portion of a surgeon's full practice. Arizona has 190 orthopedic surgeons in the current dataset.
Dr. Thompson's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (23 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Sun City is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Sun City 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. Thompson
How does Dr. Thompson's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Thompson performed 35 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Arizona average is 67 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Thompson ranks #120 out of 190 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Thompson perform?
Dr. Thompson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (23 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Thompson in Sun City?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Sun City 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 Arizona surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Thompson 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. Thompson's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 35 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Sun City, Arizona
Compare Dr. Thompson's volume with other surgeons practicing in Sun City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jaharris Collier | 44 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Theresa Pak | 30 | Shoulder |
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