Dr. Craig Thomas, M.D.
Contact & Location
301-364-9292
Glenn Dale, MD 20769
Dr. Thomas performs more hip replacement procedures than 11% of orthopedic surgeons in Maryland, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #79 of 89 ranked hip surgeons in Maryland.
About Dr. Thomas
Practice. Dr. Craig Thomas is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Glenn Dale, Maryland. The latest annual CMS data records 14 hip replacements and 12 knee replacements, 26 procedures in all. That is #79 in Maryland for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 9 years. Volume peaked at 47 in 2014 and stands at 26 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 14 procedures is below the national average of 36. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 25 | 16 |
| 2014 | 26 | 21 |
| 2015 | 22 | 14 |
| 2016 | 20 | 0 |
| 2017 | 19 | 14 |
| 2018 | 17 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 15 | 0 |
| 2023 | 18 | 0 |
| 2024 | 14 | 12 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Thomas Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maryland state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Thomas's recorded volume peaked at 47 procedures in 2014 and stood at 26 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Hip Replacement
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Understanding the progression from conservative treatments to surgical intervention, and how to determine when hip replacement becomes the right choice.
Questions to Ask Your Surgeon Before Joint ReplacementA practical checklist of questions covering experience, technique, hospital choice, and recovery expectations to discuss during your surgical consultation.
Home Safety: Creating Your Recovery SanctuaryRoom-by-room modifications, equipment recommendations, and fall-prevention strategies to prepare your home for a safe post-surgical recovery.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after hip replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full hip replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Thomas
How does Dr. Thomas's procedure volume compare to other Maryland surgeons?
Dr. Thomas has performed 26 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Maryland average is 71 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Thomas ranks #121 out of 166 orthopedic surgeons in Maryland.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Thomas perform?
Dr. Thomas's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (14 cases) and knee replacement (12 cases).
Where is Dr. Thomas's practice located?
Dr. Thomas practices in Glenn Dale, Maryland. The office is located at 12200 Annapolis Rd Ste 123, Glenn Dale, MD 20769. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Thomas for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Thomas represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Thomas's total volume across all insurers at roughly 90 to 110 procedures against the 26 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Thomas's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Thomas's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 47 procedures in 2014 and was 26 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. Thomas perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Thomas's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (14 cases), knee replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Thomas affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Thomas is affiliated with Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Ctr, Inc.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Thomas practices?
Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Ctr, Inc (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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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