Dr. Thomas Akre is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in South Bend, Indiana. In 2023, Dr. Akre performed 28 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#112 in Indiana) and 24 hip replacements, for a combined total of 52 procedures.
Dr. Akre's 52 Medicare procedures are near the Indiana median of 46. The state has 215 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33â37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Akre's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (28 cases) and hip replacements (24 cases).
South Bend is home to 11 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the South Bend area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Akre
How does Dr. Akre's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Akre performed 52 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Akre ranks #98 out of 215 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Akre perform?
Dr. Akre's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases) and hip replacement (24 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Akre in South Bend?
Yes. There are 11 orthopedic surgeons in South Bend 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 Indiana surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Akre represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33â37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Akre's total practice volume â including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients â is likely higher than the 52 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in South Bend, Indiana
Compare Dr. Akre's volume with other surgeons practicing in South Bend.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffrey Yergler | 292 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Cien | 124 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregg Ebersole | 93 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Henry Kim | 78 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Sieradzki | 75 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Ratigan | 69 | Knee, Shoulder |
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