Dr. Thomas Cook, DO
Dr. Thomas Cook is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Cook has performed 52 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#76 in Ohio) and 31 hip replacements, for a combined total of 83 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Cook performs above average in knee (52 vs 40 avg), near average in hip (31 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Cook's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (52 cases) and hip replacements (31 cases).
Dayton is home to 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Dayton area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Cook's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 128 procedures in 2018 before settling at 83 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. Cook's 52 verified procedures is near 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. Cook Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Dayton, OH 45415
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cook's recorded volume peaked at 128 procedures in 2018 and stood at 83 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. Cook
How does Dr. Cook's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Cook has performed 83 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Cook ranks #84 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cook perform?
Dr. Cook's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (52 cases) and hip replacement (31 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cook in Dayton?
Yes. There are 19 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 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. Cook's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 83 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Cook's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Cook's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 128 procedures in 2018 and was 83 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. Cook perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Cook's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (52 cases), hip replacement (31 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
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, Kettering Health Main Campus.
How does Dr. Cook compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Dayton?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Dayton, Dr. Cook ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Dayton has 171 verified Medicare procedures.
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 83 Medicare procedures are below the Dayton average of 97. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Dayton.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ryan Bauman | 171 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Chad Weber | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Forster | 92 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Hess | 89 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Antonio Manocchio | 82 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Dicicco | 58 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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