Dr. Thomas Ryan, MD
Dr. Thomas Ryan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Kalamazoo, Michigan. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Ryan has performed 22 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#130 in Michigan) and 20 hip replacements, for a combined total of 42 procedures.
In Michigan, Dr. Ryan performs below average in knee (22 vs 33 avg), below average in hip (20 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Ryan's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (22 cases) and hip replacements (20 cases).
Kalamazoo is home to 11 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Kalamazoo area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Ryan's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 100 procedures in 2014 before settling at 42 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Ryan's 22 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 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. Ryan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Contact & Location
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ryan's recorded volume peaked at 100 procedures in 2014 and stood at 42 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.
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Ryan
How does Dr. Ryan's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Ryan has performed 42 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Michigan average of 48 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Ryan ranks #118 out of 272 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ryan perform?
Dr. Ryan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases) and hip replacement (20 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ryan in Kalamazoo?
Yes. There are 11 orthopedic surgeons in Kalamazoo 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. Ryan 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. Ryan's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 42 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Ryan's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Ryan's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 100 procedures in 2014 and was 42 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. Ryan perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ryan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases), hip replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ryan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ryan is affiliated with Ascension Borgess Hospital, Bronson Methodist Hospital.
How does Dr. Ryan compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Kalamazoo?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in Kalamazoo, Dr. Ryan ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Kalamazoo has 96 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ryan practices?
Ascension Borgess Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Bronson Methodist 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 Kalamazoo, Michigan
Dr. Ryan's 42 Medicare procedures are below the Kalamazoo average of 65. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Kalamazoo.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bernard Roehr | 96 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Morren | 85 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Christ | 64 | Hip |
| Dr. Todd Ream | 64 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Sytsma | 53 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Christopher Betzle | 48 | Hip, Knee |
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