Dr. Thomas Zink, D.O.
Contact & Location
Columbus, OH 43228
Dr. Thomas Zink is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Columbus, Ohio. Dr. Zink has performed 13 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements (#89 in Ohio) and 11 knee replacements, for a combined total of 24 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Zink performs below average in shoulder (13 vs 29 avg), below average in knee (11 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Zink's reported Medicare volume is split between shoulder replacements (13 cases) and knee replacements (11 cases).
Columbus is home to 15 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Columbus area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Zink first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Zink's 13 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 29 among 2,213 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. 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
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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 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. Zink's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 24 procedures shown here.
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 |
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