Dr. Timothy O'mara, M.D.
Contact & Location
775-786-3040
Reno, NV 89503
Dr. O'mara performs more hip replacement procedures than 57% of orthopedic surgeons in Nevada, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #14 of 33 ranked hip surgeons in Nevada.
About Dr. O'mara
Practice. Dr. Timothy O'mara is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Reno, Nevada. The latest annual CMS data records 40 hip replacements and 36 knee replacements, 76 procedures in all. That is #14 in Nevada for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2016 to 2024, 6 years. Volume rose from 16 procedures a year to 76, up 375%.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 40 procedures is near the national average of 36.
Local context. Reno has 18 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 16 |
| 2017 | 15 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 11 | 11 |
| 2022 | 12 | 0 |
| 2023 | 23 | 18 |
| 2024 | 40 | 36 |
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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee 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. O'mara Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Nevada state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. O'mara's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 375% from 16 procedures in 2016 to 76 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Hip Replacement
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Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. O'mara
How does Dr. O'mara's procedure volume compare to other Nevada surgeons?
Dr. O'mara has performed 76 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Nevada average of 67 procedures per surgeon. Dr. O'mara ranks #17 out of 58 orthopedic surgeons in Nevada.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. O'mara perform?
Dr. O'mara's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (40 cases) and knee replacement (36 cases).
How experienced is Dr. O'mara with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. O'mara ranks #14 in Nevada for hip replacement with 40 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 58 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. O'mara in Reno?
Yes. There are 18 orthopedic surgeons in Reno 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 Nevada surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. O'mara 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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. O'mara's total volume across all insurers at roughly 250 to 320 procedures against the 76 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. O'mara's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. O'mara's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2016 to 76 in the most recent data, a 375% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 76 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. O'mara perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. O'mara's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (40 cases), knee replacement (36 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. O'mara affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. O'mara is affiliated with Renown South Meadows Medical Center, Northern Nevada Medical Center, Renown Regional Medical Center, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center, Saint Mary'S Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. O'mara compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Reno?
Among the 18 orthopedic surgeons in Reno, Dr. O'mara ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Reno has 318 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. O'mara practices?
Renown South Meadows Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Northern Nevada Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Renown Regional Medical Center (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 Reno, Nevada
Dr. O'mara's 76 Medicare procedures are below the Reno average of 164. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Reno.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Chad Watts | 318 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sanjai Shukla | 220 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jackson Jones | 205 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Boyden | 129 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Hilary Malcarney | 106 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Paul Shonnard | 94 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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