Dr. Ian Thompson, M.D.
Contact & Location
937-398-1066
Springfield, OH 45502
Harlan, KY 40831
Dr. Thompson performs more knee replacement procedures than 40% of orthopedic surgeons in Ohio, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #183 of 305 ranked knee surgeons in Ohio.
About Dr. Thompson
Practice. Dr. Ian Thompson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Springfield, Ohio. The latest annual CMS data records 25 knee replacements and 15 shoulder replacements, 40 procedures in all. That is #183 in Ohio for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 25 procedures a year to 40, up 60%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 25 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Springfield has 3 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 | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 25 | 0 |
| 2014 | 23 | 0 |
| 2015 | 13 | 0 |
| 2016 | 29 | 0 |
| 2017 | 33 | 0 |
| 2018 | 37 | 0 |
| 2019 | 52 | 0 |
| 2020 | 55 | 0 |
| 2021 | 43 | 0 |
| 2022 | 28 | 11 |
| 2023 | 32 | 0 |
| 2024 | 25 | 15 |
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, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Thompson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Thompson's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 60% from 25 procedures in 2013 to 40 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. Thompson
How does Dr. Thompson's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Thompson has performed 40 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Ohio average is 59 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Thompson ranks #200 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Thompson perform?
Dr. Thompson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (25 cases) and shoulder replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Thompson in Springfield?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Springfield 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 Ohio surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Thompson 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Thompson's total volume across all insurers at roughly 130 to 160 procedures against the 40 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. Thompson's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Thompson's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 25 procedures in 2013 to 40 in the most recent data, a 60% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 55 procedures in 2020.
Does Dr. Thompson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Thompson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (25 cases), shoulder replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Thompson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Thompson is affiliated with Ohio Valley Surgical Hospital, Mercy Health - Springfield Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Thompson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Springfield?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Springfield, Dr. Thompson ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Thompson is among the highest-volume surgeons in Springfield.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Thompson practices?
Ohio Valley Surgical Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Mercy Health - Springfield 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 Springfield, Ohio
Dr. Thompson's 40 Medicare procedures are above the Springfield average of 36. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Springfield.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Galluch | 44 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Zartman | 25 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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