Dr. Thomas Zink, D.O.
Contact & Location
614-544-1000
Columbus, OH 43228
Dr. Zink performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 11% of orthopedic surgeons in Ohio, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #89 of 100 ranked shoulder surgeons in Ohio.
About Dr. Zink
Practice. Dr. Thomas Zink is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Columbus, Ohio. The latest annual CMS data records 13 shoulder replacements and 11 knee replacements, 24 procedures in all. That is #89 in Ohio for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2014.
Trend. Dr. Zink first appears in the Medicare data in 2024. With 1 year on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 13 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Columbus has 15 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 1 year: 24 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Zink Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
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 Shoulder Replacement
If you are considering shoulder replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
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Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full shoulder replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Zink
How does Dr. Zink's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Zink has performed 24 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. Zink ranks #266 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Zink perform?
Dr. Zink's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (13 cases) and knee replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Zink in Columbus?
Yes. There are 15 orthopedic surgeons in Columbus 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. Zink 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Zink's total volume across all insurers at roughly 70 to 90 procedures against the 24 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.
Does Dr. Zink perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Zink's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (13 cases), knee replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Zink affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Zink is affiliated with Upper Valley Medical Center, Miami Valley Hospital.
How does Dr. Zink compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Columbus?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Columbus, Dr. Zink ranks #13 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Columbus has 103 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Zink practices?
Upper Valley Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, 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 Columbus, Ohio
Dr. Zink's 24 Medicare procedures are below the Columbus average of 66. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Columbus.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Lance Maynard | 103 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Julie Bishop | 78 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Matthew Beal | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Greco | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Miller | 63 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Kolodychuk | 61 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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