Dr. Henry Thomason, M.D.
Contact & Location
704-865-0077
Gastonia, NC 28054
Dr. Thomason performs more knee replacement procedures than 90% of orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #21 of 228 ranked knee surgeons in North Carolina.
About Dr. Thomason
Practice. Dr. Henry Thomason is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Gastonia, North Carolina. The latest annual CMS data records 104 knee replacements and 38 hip replacements, 142 procedures in all. That is #21 in North Carolina for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 128 and 178 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 104 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Gastonia has 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 27 | 114 | 0 |
| 2014 | 26 | 107 | 13 |
| 2015 | 37 | 115 | 0 |
| 2016 | 37 | 94 | 20 |
| 2017 | 36 | 107 | 0 |
| 2018 | 31 | 130 | 17 |
| 2019 | 34 | 119 | 22 |
| 2020 | 41 | 102 | 0 |
| 2021 | 34 | 94 | 0 |
| 2022 | 36 | 112 | 11 |
| 2023 | 38 | 105 | 0 |
| 2024 | 38 | 104 | 0 |
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Thomason Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Thomason's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 128 to 178 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Thomason
How does Dr. Thomason's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Thomason has performed 142 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the North Carolina average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Thomason ranks #32 out of 293 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Thomason perform?
Dr. Thomason's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (104 cases) and hip replacement (38 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Thomason in Gastonia?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Gastonia 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 North Carolina surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Thomason 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Thomason's total volume across all insurers at roughly 490 to 600 procedures against the 142 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. Thomason's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Thomason's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 128 to 178 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Thomason perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Thomason's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (104 cases), hip replacement (38 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Thomason affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Thomason is affiliated with Caromont Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Thomason compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Gastonia?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Gastonia, Dr. Thomason ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Thomason has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Thomason practices?
Caromont Regional Medical Center (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 Gastonia, North Carolina
Dr. Thomason's 142 Medicare procedures are above the Gastonia average of 81. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Gastonia.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Prater | 78 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Zlotnicki | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ranjan Maitra | 28 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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