Hip
Dr. Thomas Stang, D.O.
Dr. Thomas Stang is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in St Petersburg, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2015, Dr. Stang has performed 11 Medicare-verified hip replacements, ranking #308 in Florida.
In Florida, Dr. Stang performs below average in hip (11 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Stang's Medicare data shows a focused hip replacement practice with 11 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
St Petersburg is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the St Petersburg area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Stang first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Stang's 11 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 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. Stang Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
St Petersburg, FL 33701
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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.
Recovery Timeline: Week-by-Week ExpectationsA detailed week-by-week guide covering pain levels, mobility milestones, physical therapy progression, and when to expect a return to daily activities.
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. Stang
How does Dr. Stang's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Stang has performed 11 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Florida average is 72 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Stang ranks #498 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Stang perform?
Dr. Stang's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Stang in St Petersburg?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in St Petersburg 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 Florida surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Stang 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. Stang's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 11 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Stang affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Stang is affiliated with Mease Countryside Hospital, Tampa General Hospital, Mease Dunedin Hospital, Morton Plant Hospital, St Josephs Hospital.
How does Dr. Stang compare to other orthopedic surgeons in St Petersburg?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in St Petersburg, Dr. Stang ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in St Petersburg has 59 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Stang practices?
Mease Countryside Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Tampa General Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mease Dunedin Hospital (4 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 St Petersburg, Florida
Dr. Stang's 11 Medicare procedures are below the St Petersburg average of 26. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in St Petersburg.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brett Bolhofner | 59 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. George Canizares | 34 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Katulle Eaton | 29 | Knee |
| Dr. Dzi-Viet Nguyen | 20 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Smith | 19 | Knee |
| Dr. Anthony Albert | 11 | Knee |
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