Dr. Thomas O'hagan, M.D.
Contact & Location
Traverse City, MI 49684
Dr. Thomas O'hagan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Traverse City, Michigan. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. O'hagan has performed 22 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #124 in Michigan.
In Michigan, Dr. O'hagan performs below average in knee (22 vs 34 avg).
Dr. O'hagan's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 22 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Traverse City is home to 13 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Traverse City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. O'hagan extend back to 2016, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 16 to 22 in the most recent data, a 38% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. O'hagan's 22 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. O'hagan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. O'hagan's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 38% from 16 procedures in 2016 to 22 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. O'hagan
How does Dr. O'hagan's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. O'hagan has performed 22 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Michigan average is 49 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. O'hagan ranks #185 out of 256 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. O'hagan perform?
Dr. O'hagan's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 22 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. O'hagan in Traverse City?
Yes. There are 13 orthopedic surgeons in Traverse City 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 Michigan surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. O'hagan 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. O'hagan's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 22 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. O'hagan's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. O'hagan's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2016 to 22 in the most recent data, a 38% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 25 procedures in 2018.
How does Dr. O'hagan compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Traverse City?
Among the 13 orthopedic surgeons in Traverse City, Dr. O'hagan ranks #12 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Traverse City has 107 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Traverse City, Michigan
Dr. O'hagan's 22 Medicare procedures are below the Traverse City average of 63. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Traverse City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Todd Galdes | 107 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Austin | 71 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brent Wiersema | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Lerche | 64 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Peters | 58 | Knee |
| Dr. Justin Hollander | 49 | Hip, Knee |
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