Dr. Thomas Barber, M.D.
Contact & Location
510-752-1000
Oakland, CA 94611
Dr. Barber performs more hip replacement procedures than 53% of orthopedic surgeons in California, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #161 of 348 ranked hip surgeons in California.
About Dr. Barber
Practice. Dr. Thomas Barber is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Oakland, California. The latest annual CMS data records 30 knee replacements and 30 hip replacements, 60 procedures in all. That is #253 in California for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Dr. Barber first appears in the Medicare data in 2023. With 2 years on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 30 procedures is near the national average of 36.
Local context. Oakland has 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 2 years: 28 procedures in 2023 and 60 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Barber Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Barber has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Hip Replacement
If you are considering hip replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
Understanding the progression from conservative treatments to surgical intervention, and how to determine when hip replacement becomes the right choice.
Questions to Ask Your Surgeon Before Joint ReplacementA practical checklist of questions covering experience, technique, hospital choice, and recovery expectations to discuss during your surgical consultation.
Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after hip replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full hip replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Barber
How does Dr. Barber's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Barber has performed 60 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the California average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Barber ranks #234 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Barber perform?
Dr. Barber's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases) and hip replacement (30 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Barber in Oakland?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Oakland 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 California surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Barber represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Barber's total volume across all insurers at roughly 200 to 250 procedures against the 60 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Does Dr. Barber perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Barber's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases), hip replacement (30 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Barber affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Barber is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center.
How does Dr. Barber compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Oakland?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Oakland, Dr. Barber ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Barber is among the highest-volume surgeons in Oakland.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Barber practices?
Ucsf Medical Center (5 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 Oakland, California
Dr. Barber's 60 Medicare procedures are above the Oakland average of 47. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Oakland.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Basil Alwattar | 119 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ivan Eck | 29 | Knee |
| Dr. Stefano Bini | 17 | Knee |
| Dr. Amir Jamali | 12 | Hip |
Patient Resources & Verification
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