Dr. Albert Tom, M.D.
Dr. Albert Tom is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Nashua, New Hampshire. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Tom has performed 24 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#31 in New Hampshire) and 13 hip replacements, for a combined total of 37 procedures.
In New Hampshire, Dr. Tom performs below average in knee (24 vs 48 avg), below average in hip (13 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Tom's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (24 cases) and hip replacements (13 cases).
Nashua is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Nashua area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Tom's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 45 procedures in 2014 before settling at 37 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Tom's 24 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. Tom Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Hampshire state average.
Contact & Location
Nashua, NH 03060
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Tom's recorded volume peaked at 45 procedures in 2014 and stood at 37 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Tom
How does Dr. Tom's procedure volume compare to other New Hampshire surgeons?
Dr. Tom has performed 37 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New Hampshire average is 67 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Tom ranks #35 out of 54 orthopedic surgeons in New Hampshire.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Tom perform?
Dr. Tom's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Tom in Nashua?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Nashua 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 New Hampshire surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Tom 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. Tom's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 37 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Tom's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Tom's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 45 procedures in 2014 and was 37 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. Tom perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Tom's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Tom affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Tom is affiliated with St Joseph Hospital, Southern Nh Medical Center.
How does Dr. Tom compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Nashua?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Nashua, Dr. Tom ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Nashua has 97 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Tom practices?
St Joseph Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Southern Nh Medical Center (3 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 Nashua, New Hampshire
Dr. Tom's 37 Medicare procedures are below the Nashua average of 61. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Nashua.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kathleen Hogan | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Garber | 81 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sean Frost | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Wilson | 52 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Lance MacEy | 46 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Anand Padmanabha | 37 | Hip, Knee |
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