Dr. Anil Thomas, M.D.
Contact & Location
404-355-0743
Marietta, GA 30068
Dr. Thomas performs more hip replacement procedures than 88% of orthopedic surgeons in Georgia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #14 of 126 ranked hip surgeons in Georgia.
About Dr. Thomas
Practice. Dr. Anil Thomas is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Woodstock, Georgia. The latest annual CMS data records 54 hip replacements and 44 knee replacements, 98 procedures in all. That is #14 in Georgia for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2008.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2014 to 2024, 10 years. Volume has held between 27 and 107 procedures a year.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 54 procedures is above the national average of 36.
Local context. Woodstock has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 40 | 67 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 11 | 16 |
| 2017 | 12 | 24 |
| 2018 | 15 | 18 |
| 2019 | 29 | 23 |
| 2020 | 29 | 28 |
| 2021 | 38 | 26 |
| 2022 | 36 | 35 |
| 2023 | 50 | 42 |
| 2024 | 54 | 44 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Thomas Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Thomas's procedure volume has been consistent across 10 years of Medicare data, ranging from 27 to 107 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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.
Home Safety: Creating Your Recovery SanctuaryRoom-by-room modifications, equipment recommendations, and fall-prevention strategies to prepare your home for a safe post-surgical recovery.
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. Thomas
How does Dr. Thomas's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Thomas has performed 98 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Georgia average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Thomas ranks #34 out of 245 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Thomas perform?
Dr. Thomas's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (54 cases) and knee replacement (44 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Thomas with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Thomas ranks #14 in Georgia for hip replacement with 54 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 245 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Where is Dr. Thomas's practice located?
Dr. Thomas's current practice address is in Marietta, GA. That address is the current practice address in Dr. Thomas's own CMS NPPES registry entry, which providers maintain themselves. The Medicare claims data used for the rankings on this page was billed from Woodstock, Georgia.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Thomas represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Thomas's total volume across all insurers at roughly 320 to 410 procedures against the 98 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Thomas's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Thomas's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 10 years of Medicare data, ranging from 27 to 107 procedures per year between 2014 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Thomas perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Thomas's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (54 cases), knee replacement (44 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Thomas affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Thomas is affiliated with Northside Hospital, Northside Hospital Cherokee, Piedmont Hospital, Inc.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Thomas practices?
Northside Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Northside Hospital Cherokee (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Piedmont Hospital, Inc (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 Woodstock, Georgia
Dr. Thomas's 98 Medicare procedures are above the Woodstock average of 94. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Woodstock.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Karthikeyan Ponnusamy | 89 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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