Dr. Thomas Allardyce, MD
Dr. Thomas Allardyce is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Plains, Pennsylvania. Dr. Allardyce has performed 36 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#139 in Pennsylvania) and 16 hip replacements, for a combined total of 52 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Allardyce performs near average in knee (36 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Allardyce's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (36 cases) and hip replacements (16 cases).
Plains is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Plains area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Allardyce extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 24 to 52 in the most recent data, a 117% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Allardyce's 36 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Allardyce Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Plains, PA 18705
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Allardyce's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 117% from 24 procedures in 2013 to 52 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Allardyce
How does Dr. Allardyce's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Allardyce has performed 52 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Pennsylvania average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Allardyce ranks #169 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Allardyce perform?
Dr. Allardyce's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (36 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Allardyce in Plains?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Plains 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 Pennsylvania surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Allardyce 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. Allardyce's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 52 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Allardyce's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Allardyce's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 24 procedures in 2013 to 52 in the most recent data, a 117% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 63 procedures in 2017.
Does Dr. Allardyce perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Allardyce's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (36 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Allardyce affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Allardyce is affiliated with Wayne Memorial Hospital, Barnes-Kasson County Hospital, Endless Mountains Health Systems.
How does Dr. Allardyce compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Plains?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Plains, Dr. Allardyce ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Allardyce is among the highest-volume surgeons in Plains.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Allardyce practices?
Wayne Memorial Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Endless Mountains Health Systems (3 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Plains, Pennsylvania
Dr. Allardyce's 52 Medicare procedures are above the Plains average of 46. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Plains.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Eugene Kim | 66 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Banas | 19 | Knee |
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