Dr. Tom Minas, MD
Contact & Location
561-844-5255
West Palm Beach, FL 33407
About Dr. Minas
Dr. Tom Minas is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in West Palm Beach, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Minas performed 55 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#120 in Florida) and 12 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 67 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Minas performs near the state average in knee (55 vs 48), below the state average in hip (12 vs 40).
Dr. Minas's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 82% of reported Medicare volume.
West Palm Beach is home to 9 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 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 14 to 67 in the most recent data, a 379% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Minas's 55 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 14 |
| 2014 | 0 | 17 |
| 2015 | 0 | 14 |
| 2016 | 0 | 16 |
| 2017 | 0 | 21 |
| 2018 | 0 | 13 |
| 2019 | 0 | 33 |
| 2020 | 0 | 29 |
| 2021 | 14 | 59 |
| 2022 | 0 | 48 |
| 2023 | 0 | 57 |
| 2024 | 12 | 55 |
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.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Minas's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 379% from 14 procedures in 2013 to 67 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 67 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Minas ranks #203 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Minas perform?
Dr. Minas's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (55 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Minas in West Palm Beach?
Yes. There are 9 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 67 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 67 in the most recent data, a 379% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 73 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Minas perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Minas's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (55 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Minas compare to other orthopedic surgeons in West Palm Beach?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in West Palm Beach, Dr. Minas ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in West Palm Beach has 362 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in West Palm Beach, Florida
Dr. Minas's 67 Medicare procedures are below the West Palm Beach average of 139. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in West Palm Beach.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Wang | 362 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Spencer Summers | 221 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Simovitch | 168 | Shoulder |
| Dr. John Randazzo | 57 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gary Ackerman | 48 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Cooney | 47 | Hip, Knee |
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