Dr. Thomas Smith, D.O.
Contact & Location
Lombard, IL 60148
Dr. Thomas Smith is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lombard, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Smith has performed 89 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#39 in Illinois) and 74 hip replacements, for a combined total of 163 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Smith performs above average in knee (89 vs 50 avg), above average in hip (74 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Smith's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (89 cases) and hip replacements (74 cases).
Lombard is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lombard area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Smith extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 15 to 163 in the most recent data, a 987% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Smith's 89 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Smith Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Smith's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 987% from 15 procedures in 2013 to 163 in the most recent data.
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. Smith
How does Dr. Smith's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Smith has performed 163 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Smith ranks #31 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Smith perform?
Dr. Smith's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (89 cases) and hip replacement (74 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Smith in Lombard?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Lombard 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. Smith 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. Smith's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 163 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Smith's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Smith's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2013 to 163 in the most recent data, a 987% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 163 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Smith perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Smith's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (89 cases), hip replacement (74 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Smith affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Smith is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth La Grange, Elmhurst Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Smith compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lombard?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Lombard, Dr. Smith ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Smith has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Smith practices?
Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth La Grange (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Elmhurst Memorial Hospital (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 Lombard, Illinois
Dr. Smith's 163 Medicare procedures are above the Lombard average of 71. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lombard.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Mohammed Ahmed | 57 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Rahul Gokhale | 50 | Knee |
| Dr. Benjamin Kester | 12 | Shoulder |
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