Dr. Thomas Mulvey, MD
Dr. Thomas Mulvey is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Peoria, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Mulvey has performed 113 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#23 in Illinois) and 39 hip replacements, for a combined total of 152 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Mulvey performs well above average in knee (113 vs 51 avg), near average in hip (39 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Mulvey's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (113 cases) and hip replacements (39 cases).
Peoria is home to 12 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Peoria area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Mulvey's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 219 procedures in 2013 before settling at 152 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Mulvey's 113 verified procedures is more than 2x 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. Mulvey Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Peoria, IL 61614
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Mulvey's recorded volume peaked at 219 procedures in 2013 and stood at 152 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. Mulvey
How does Dr. Mulvey's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Mulvey has performed 152 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Mulvey ranks #39 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Mulvey perform?
Dr. Mulvey's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (113 cases) and hip replacement (39 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Mulvey in Peoria?
Yes. There are 12 orthopedic surgeons in Peoria 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 Illinois surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Mulvey 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. Mulvey's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 152 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Mulvey's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Mulvey's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 219 procedures in 2013 and was 152 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. Mulvey perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Mulvey's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (113 cases), hip replacement (39 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Mulvey affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Mulvey is affiliated with Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Saint Francis Medical Center, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, St Mary Medical Center.
How does Dr. Mulvey compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Peoria?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in Peoria, Dr. Mulvey ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Mulvey is among the highest-volume surgeons in Peoria.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Mulvey practices?
Carle Health Proctor Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Carle Health Methodist Hospital (1 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Saint Francis Medical Center (2 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 Peoria, Illinois
Dr. Mulvey's 152 Medicare procedures are above the Peoria average of 118. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Peoria.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brian Maurer | 171 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Luke Luetkemeyer | 153 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Chukwunenye Osuji | 143 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Gibbons | 84 | Knee |
| Dr. Michael Merkley | 64 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Miguel Ramirez | 59 | Shoulder |
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