Dr. Robert Thomas, MD
Contact & Location
Golden, CO 80401
Dr. Robert Thomas is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Golden, Colorado. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Thomas has performed 53 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#37 in Colorado) and 49 hip replacements, for a combined total of 102 procedures.
In Colorado, Dr. Thomas performs near average in knee (53 vs 48 avg), above average in hip (49 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Thomas's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (53 cases) and hip replacements (49 cases).
Golden is home to 13 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Golden area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Thomas extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 65 to 102 in the most recent data, a 57% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Thomas's 53 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Thomas Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Thomas's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 57% from 65 procedures in 2013 to 102 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Thomas
How does Dr. Thomas's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Thomas has performed 102 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Colorado average of 64 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Thomas ranks #30 out of 169 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Thomas perform?
Dr. Thomas's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (53 cases) and hip replacement (49 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Thomas in Golden?
Yes. There are 13 orthopedic surgeons in Golden 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 Colorado surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Thomas 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. Thomas's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 102 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Thomas's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Thomas's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 65 procedures in 2013 to 102 in the most recent data, a 57% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 150 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Thomas perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Thomas's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (53 cases), hip replacement (49 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Thomas compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Golden?
Among the 13 orthopedic surgeons in Golden, Dr. Thomas ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Thomas is among the highest-volume surgeons in Golden.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Golden, Colorado
Dr. Thomas's 102 Medicare procedures are above the Golden average of 101. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Golden.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jesse Chrastil | 184 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeremy Kinder | 113 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Peter Lammens | 95 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Peter Gold | 89 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joshua Shapiro | 66 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nimesh Patel | 60 | Hip, Knee |
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