Dr. Thomas Huff, M.D.
Contact & Location
503-494-6400
Portland, OR 97239
Dr. Huff performs more hip replacement procedures than 66% of orthopedic surgeons in Oregon, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #19 of 57 ranked hip surgeons in Oregon.
About Dr. Huff
Practice. Dr. Thomas Huff is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Portland, Oregon. The latest annual CMS data records 42 hip replacements and 35 knee replacements, 77 procedures in all. That is #19 in Oregon for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2008.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 58 and 97 procedures a year.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 42 procedures is near the national average of 36.
Local context. Portland has 18 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 36 | 37 |
| 2014 | 27 | 39 |
| 2015 | 32 | 36 |
| 2016 | 31 | 49 |
| 2017 | 41 | 47 |
| 2018 | 43 | 33 |
| 2019 | 38 | 45 |
| 2020 | 33 | 26 |
| 2021 | 53 | 34 |
| 2022 | 31 | 27 |
| 2023 | 41 | 56 |
| 2024 | 42 | 35 |
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 25% to 33% for hip 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. Huff Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oregon state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Huff's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 58 to 97 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Huff
How does Dr. Huff's procedure volume compare to other Oregon surgeons?
Dr. Huff has performed 77 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Oregon average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Huff ranks #30 out of 101 orthopedic surgeons in Oregon.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Huff perform?
Dr. Huff's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (42 cases) and knee replacement (35 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Huff with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Huff ranks #19 in Oregon for hip replacement with 42 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 101 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Huff in Portland?
Yes. There are 18 orthopedic surgeons in Portland 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 Oregon surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Huff 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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Huff's total volume across all insurers at roughly 250 to 320 procedures against the 77 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. Huff's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Huff's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 58 to 97 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Huff perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Huff's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (42 cases), knee replacement (35 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Huff affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Huff is affiliated with Ohsu Hospital And Clinics, Columbia Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Huff compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Portland?
Among the 18 orthopedic surgeons in Portland, Dr. Huff ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Portland has 138 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Huff practices?
Ohsu Hospital And Clinics (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 Portland, Oregon
Dr. Huff's 77 Medicare procedures are below the Portland average of 103. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Portland.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Gustav Fischer | 138 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alexander Dehaan | 137 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Bryan | 107 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kathryn Schabel | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Estes | 86 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Elizabeth Lieberman | 82 | Hip, Knee |
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