Dr. Thomas Novack, M.D.
Contact & Location
Paterson, NJ 07503
Dr. Thomas Novack is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Paterson, New Jersey. A Medicare provider since 2015, Dr. Novack has performed 22 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#94 in New Jersey) and 21 hip replacements, for a combined total of 43 procedures.
In New Jersey, Dr. Novack performs below average in knee (22 vs 54 avg), below average in hip (21 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Novack's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (22 cases) and hip replacements (21 cases).
Dr. Novack is the only orthopedic surgeon in Paterson represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Novack extend back to 2021, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 31 to 43 in the most recent data, a 39% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Novack'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. Novack Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Novack's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 39% from 31 procedures in 2021 to 43 in the most recent data.
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. Novack
How does Dr. Novack's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Novack has performed 43 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New Jersey average is 72 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Novack ranks #85 out of 184 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Novack perform?
Dr. Novack's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases) and hip replacement (21 cases).
Where is Dr. Novack's practice located?
Dr. Novack practices in Paterson, New Jersey. The office is located at 703 Main St, Paterson, NJ 07503. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Novack for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Novack 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. Novack's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 43 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Novack's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Novack's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 31 procedures in 2021 to 43 in the most recent data, a 39% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 66 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Novack perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Novack's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases), hip replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Novack affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Novack is affiliated with West Jersey Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Novack practices?
West Jersey Hospital (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.
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