Dr. Thomas King, MD
Dr. Thomas King is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. King has performed 93 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#2 in New Hampshire) and 16 hip replacements, for a combined total of 109 procedures.
In New Hampshire, Dr. King performs above average in knee (93 vs 48 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 37 avg).
Dr. King's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 85% of reported Medicare volume.
Portsmouth is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Portsmouth area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. King also maintains hospital privileges in NH and ME, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond New Hampshire.
Dr. King's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 193 procedures in 2018 before settling at 109 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. King's 93 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
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. King Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Hampshire state average.
Contact & Location
Portsmouth, NH 03801
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. King's recorded volume peaked at 193 procedures in 2018 and stood at 109 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. King
How does Dr. King's procedure volume compare to other New Hampshire surgeons?
Dr. King has performed 109 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the New Hampshire average of 67 procedures per surgeon. Dr. King ranks #12 out of 54 orthopedic surgeons in New Hampshire.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. King perform?
Dr. King's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (93 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
How experienced is Dr. King with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. King ranks #2 in New Hampshire for knee replacement with 93 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 54 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. King in Portsmouth?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Portsmouth 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. King 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. King's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 109 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. King's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. King's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 193 procedures in 2018 and was 109 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. King perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. King's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (93 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. King affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. King is affiliated with Portsmouth Regional Hospital, Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, York Hospital, Huggins Hospital. Dr. King maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. King compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Portsmouth?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Portsmouth, Dr. King ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. King is among the highest-volume surgeons in Portsmouth.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. King practices?
Portsmouth Regional Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Wentworth-Douglass Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); York Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Dr. King's 109 Medicare procedures are above the Portsmouth average of 80. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Portsmouth.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Akhilesh Sastry | 172 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Morwood | 112 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mayo Noerdlinger | 56 | Shoulder |
| Dr. William Sutherland | 20 | Hip |
| Dr. Glen Crawford | 12 | Knee |
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