Knee
Dr. Tom Minas, MD
Dr. Tom Minas is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in West Palm Beach, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Minas has performed 57 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #116 in Florida.
In Florida, Dr. Minas performs near average in knee (57 vs 49 avg).
Dr. Minas's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 57 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.
West Palm Beach is home to 12 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the West Palm Beach area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Minas extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 14 to 57 in the most recent data, a 307% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Minas's 57 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Minas Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
West Palm Beach, FL 33407
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Minas's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 307% from 14 procedures in 2013 to 57 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Minas
How does Dr. Minas's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Minas has performed 57 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. Minas ranks #227 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Minas perform?
Dr. Minas's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 57 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Minas in West Palm Beach?
Yes. There are 12 orthopedic surgeons in West Palm Beach 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. Minas 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. Minas's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 57 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Minas's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Minas's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2013 to 57 in the most recent data, a 307% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 73 procedures in 2021.
How does Dr. Minas compare to other orthopedic surgeons in West Palm Beach?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in West Palm Beach, Dr. Minas ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in West Palm Beach has 311 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in West Palm Beach, Florida
Dr. Minas's 57 Medicare procedures are below the West Palm Beach average of 119. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in West Palm Beach.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Wang | 311 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Simovitch | 176 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Spencer Summers | 137 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Salvador Forte | 70 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gary Ackerman | 43 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Randazzo | 40 | Knee |
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