Dr. Thomas Donaldson, MD
Contact & Location
909-882-5867
Colton, CA 92324
About Dr. Donaldson
Dr. Thomas Donaldson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Colton, California. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Donaldson performed 72 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#88 in California) and 58 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 130 procedures.
In California, Dr. Donaldson performs above the state average in knee (72 vs 47), above the state average in hip (58 vs 41).
Dr. Donaldson's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (72 cases) and hip replacements (58 cases).
Dr. Donaldson is the only orthopedic surgeon in Colton represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Donaldson extend back to 2014, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 110 to 130 in the most recent data, a 18% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Donaldson's 72 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 40 | 70 |
| 2015 | 44 | 86 |
| 2016 | 44 | 67 |
| 2017 | 49 | 60 |
| 2018 | 54 | 46 |
| 2019 | 56 | 62 |
| 2020 | 49 | 50 |
| 2021 | 51 | 76 |
| 2022 | 55 | 63 |
| 2023 | 51 | 47 |
| 2024 | 58 | 72 |
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. Donaldson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Donaldson's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 18% from 110 procedures in 2014 to 130 in the most recent data.
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. Donaldson
How does Dr. Donaldson's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Donaldson has performed 130 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the California average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Donaldson ranks #86 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Donaldson perform?
Dr. Donaldson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (72 cases) and hip replacement (58 cases).
Where is Dr. Donaldson's practice located?
Dr. Donaldson practices in Colton, California. The office is located at 900 E Washington St, Colton, CA 92324. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Donaldson for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Donaldson 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. Donaldson's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 130 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Donaldson's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Donaldson's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 110 procedures in 2014 to 130 in the most recent data, a 18% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 130 procedures in 2015.
Does Dr. Donaldson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Donaldson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (72 cases), hip replacement (58 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Donaldson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Donaldson is affiliated with Loma Linda University Medical Center, Redlands Community Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Donaldson practices?
Loma Linda University Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Redlands Community Hospital (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.
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