Dr. Thaddeus Carnine, MD
Contact & Location
405-757-3340
Edmond, OK 73013
Dr. Carnine performs more knee replacement procedures than 34% of orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #67 of 103 ranked knee surgeons in Oklahoma.
About Dr. Carnine
Dr. Thaddeus Carnine is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Edmond, Oklahoma. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Carnine performed 23 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#67 in Oklahoma) and 17 shoulder replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 40 procedures.
In Oklahoma, Dr. Carnine performs below the state average in knee (23 vs 47), below the state average in shoulder (17 vs 25).
Dr. Carnine's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (23 cases) and shoulder replacements (17 cases).
Edmond is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Edmond area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Carnine extend back to 2016, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 40 in the most recent data, a 264% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Carnine's 23 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,612 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 11 |
| 2017 | 12 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 20 | 17 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 13 | 0 |
| 2022 | 21 | 0 |
| 2023 | 19 | 0 |
| 2024 | 23 | 17 |
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. Carnine Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oklahoma state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Carnine's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 264% from 11 procedures in 2016 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Carnine
How does Dr. Carnine's procedure volume compare to other Oklahoma surgeons?
Dr. Carnine has performed 40 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Oklahoma average is 65 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Carnine ranks #59 out of 119 orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Carnine perform?
Dr. Carnine's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (23 cases) and shoulder replacement (17 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Carnine in Edmond?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Edmond 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 Oklahoma surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Carnine 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. Carnine'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. Carnine's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Carnine's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2016 to 40 in the most recent data, a 264% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 40 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Carnine perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Carnine's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (23 cases), shoulder replacement (17 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Carnine affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Carnine is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City, Inc, Mercy Hospital Logan County, Inc, Mercy Hospital Kingfisher, Inc.
How does Dr. Carnine compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Edmond?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Edmond, Dr. Carnine ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Carnine is among the highest-volume surgeons in Edmond.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Carnine practices?
Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City, Inc (4 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 Edmond, Oklahoma
Dr. Carnine's 40 Medicare procedures are below the Edmond average of 46. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Edmond.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Rhodes | 100 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jonathan Capelle | 68 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. William Stewart | 34 | Knee |
| Dr. William Hale | 17 | Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Hsing | 15 | Knee |
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