Dr. Mark Thomas, M.D.
Contact & Location
McMinnville, OR 97128
Dr. Mark Thomas is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in McMinnville, Oregon. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Thomas has performed 19 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#42 in Oregon) and 12 knee replacements, for a combined total of 31 procedures.
In Oregon, Dr. Thomas performs below average in hip (19 vs 37 avg), below average in knee (12 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Thomas's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (19 cases) and knee replacements (12 cases).
Dr. Thomas is the only orthopedic surgeon in McMinnville represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Thomas extend back to 2014, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 15 to 31 in the most recent data, a 107% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Thomas's 19 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 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. Thomas Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oregon state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Thomas's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 107% from 15 procedures in 2014 to 31 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 Hip Replacement
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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Thomas
How does Dr. Thomas's procedure volume compare to other Oregon surgeons?
Dr. Thomas has performed 31 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Oregon average is 63 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Thomas ranks #69 out of 101 orthopedic surgeons in Oregon.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Thomas perform?
Dr. Thomas's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (19 cases) and knee replacement (12 cases).
Where is Dr. Thomas's practice located?
Dr. Thomas practices in McMinnville, Oregon. The office is located at 2700 Se Stratus Ave Unit 303, McMinnville, OR 97128. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Thomas for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Thomas 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. Thomas's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 31 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Thomas's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Thomas's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2014 to 31 in the most recent data, a 107% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 32 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Thomas perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Thomas's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (19 cases), knee replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Thomas affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Thomas is affiliated with Willamette Valley Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Thomas practices?
Willamette Valley Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Patient Resources & Verification
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