Dr. Tomas Nemickas, MD
Dr. Tomas Nemickas is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Gurnee, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Nemickas has performed 20 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#126 in Illinois) and 16 knee replacements, for a combined total of 36 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Nemickas performs below average in hip (20 vs 38 avg), below average in knee (16 vs 51 avg).
Dr. Nemickas's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (20 cases) and knee replacements (16 cases).
Gurnee is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Gurnee area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Nemickas's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 70 procedures in 2016 before settling at 36 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Nemickas's 20 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Nemickas Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Gurnee, IL 60031
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Nemickas's recorded volume peaked at 70 procedures in 2016 and stood at 36 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Nemickas
How does Dr. Nemickas's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Nemickas has performed 36 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. Nemickas ranks #191 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Nemickas perform?
Dr. Nemickas's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (20 cases) and knee replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Nemickas in Gurnee?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Gurnee 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. Nemickas 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. Nemickas's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 36 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Nemickas's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Nemickas's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 70 procedures in 2016 and was 36 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. Nemickas perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Nemickas's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (20 cases), knee replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Nemickas compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Gurnee?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Gurnee, Dr. Nemickas ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Nemickas is among the highest-volume surgeons in Gurnee.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Gurnee, Illinois
Dr. Nemickas's 36 Medicare procedures are above the Gurnee average of 33. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Gurnee.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Hamming | 58 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Hamming | 56 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Edward Logue | 24 | Knee |
| Dr. Bruce Summerville | 14 | Knee |
| Dr. John Mayer | 11 | Knee |
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