Dr. Thomas Cook, D.O.
Contact & Location
937-280-4988
Dayton, OH 45415
Dr. Cook performs more knee replacement procedures than 70% of orthopedic surgeons in Ohio, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #90 of 305 ranked knee surgeons in Ohio.
About Dr. Cook
Practice. Dr. Thomas Cook is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Dayton, Ohio. The latest annual CMS data records 50 knee replacements, 30 hip replacements, and 13 shoulder replacements, 93 procedures in all. That is #90 in Ohio for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 71 and 128 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 50 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Dayton has 20 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 | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 36 | 66 | 0 |
| 2014 | 36 | 43 | 0 |
| 2015 | 47 | 71 | 0 |
| 2016 | 45 | 69 | 0 |
| 2017 | 45 | 74 | 0 |
| 2018 | 45 | 68 | 15 |
| 2019 | 27 | 71 | 0 |
| 2020 | 19 | 52 | 0 |
| 2021 | 30 | 54 | 0 |
| 2022 | 40 | 48 | 0 |
| 2023 | 31 | 52 | 0 |
| 2024 | 30 | 50 | 13 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Cook Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cook's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 71 to 128 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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 Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Cook
How does Dr. Cook's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Cook has performed 93 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Ohio average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Cook ranks #72 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cook perform?
Dr. Cook performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (50 cases), hip replacement (30 cases), shoulder replacement (13 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cook in Dayton?
Yes. There are 20 orthopedic surgeons in Dayton 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. Cook 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Cook's total volume across all insurers at roughly 300 to 380 procedures against the 93 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. Cook's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Cook's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 71 to 128 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Cook perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Cook's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (50 cases), hip replacement (30 cases), shoulder replacement (13 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Cook among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cook affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cook is affiliated with Ohio Valley Surgical Hospital, Wayne Hospital, Miami Valley Hospital, Kettering Health Dayton, Upper Valley Medical Center.
How does Dr. Cook compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Dayton?
Among the 20 orthopedic surgeons in Dayton, Dr. Cook ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Cook is among the highest-volume surgeons in Dayton.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Cook practices?
Ohio Valley Surgical Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Wayne Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Miami Valley 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Dayton, Ohio
Dr. Cook's 93 Medicare procedures are below the Dayton average of 104. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Dayton.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ryan Bauman | 174 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Chad Weber | 106 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Matthew Romer | 92 | Knee |
| Dr. Antonio Manocchio | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Hess | 91 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Richard Forster | 82 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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