Dr. Joseph Thometz, M.D.
Contact & Location
708-647-7565
Flossmoor, IL 60422
About Dr. Thometz
Dr. Joseph Thometz is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Flossmoor, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Thometz performed 29 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#150 in Illinois) and 19 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 48 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Thometz performs below the state average in knee (29 vs 50), below the state average in hip (19 vs 39).
Dr. Thometz's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (29 cases) and hip replacements (19 cases).
Dr. Thometz is the only orthopedic surgeon in Flossmoor represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Thometz's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 81 procedures in 2019 before settling at 48 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Thometz's 29 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 23 | 21 |
| 2014 | 26 | 21 |
| 2015 | 30 | 28 |
| 2016 | 25 | 40 |
| 2017 | 17 | 32 |
| 2018 | 21 | 45 |
| 2019 | 31 | 50 |
| 2020 | 11 | 19 |
| 2021 | 18 | 27 |
| 2022 | 15 | 29 |
| 2023 | 18 | 26 |
| 2024 | 19 | 29 |
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. Thometz Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Thometz's recorded volume peaked at 81 procedures in 2019 and stood at 48 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Thometz
How does Dr. Thometz's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Thometz has performed 48 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Illinois average is 69 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Thometz ranks #161 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Thometz perform?
Dr. Thometz's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases) and hip replacement (19 cases).
Where is Dr. Thometz's practice located?
Dr. Thometz practices in Flossmoor, Illinois. The office is located at 19550 Governors Hwy Suite 1400, Flossmoor, IL 60422. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Thometz for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Thometz 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. Thometz's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 48 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Thometz's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Thometz's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 81 procedures in 2019 and was 48 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Thometz perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Thometz's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases), hip replacement (19 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Thometz affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Thometz is affiliated with Ingalls Memorial Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Thometz practices?
Ingalls Memorial Hospital (1 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.
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