Dr. Thomas Dominick, MD
Dr. Thomas Dominick is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Dominick has performed 70 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#21 in Pennsylvania) and 49 knee replacements, for a combined total of 119 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Dominick performs well above average in hip (70 vs 34 avg), near average in knee (49 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Dominick's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (70 cases) and knee replacements (49 cases).
Lewisburg is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lewisburg area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Dominick extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 66 to 119 in the most recent data, a 80% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Dominick's 70 verified procedures is above the national average of 36.
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. Dominick Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Lewisburg, PA 17837
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dominick's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 80% from 66 procedures in 2013 to 119 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. Dominick
How does Dr. Dominick's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Dominick has performed 119 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Pennsylvania average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Dominick ranks #56 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dominick perform?
Dr. Dominick's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (70 cases) and knee replacement (49 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dominick in Lewisburg?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Lewisburg 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. Dominick 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. Dominick's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 119 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Dominick's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Dominick's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 66 procedures in 2013 to 119 in the most recent data, a 80% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 119 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Dominick perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Dominick's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (70 cases), knee replacement (49 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dominick affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dominick is affiliated with Wellspan Evangelical Community Hospital, Geisinger Medical Center.
How does Dr. Dominick compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lewisburg?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Lewisburg, Dr. Dominick ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Dominick is among the highest-volume surgeons in Lewisburg.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dominick practices?
Wellspan Evangelical Community Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Geisinger Medical Center (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 Lewisburg, Pennsylvania
Dr. Dominick's 119 Medicare procedures are above the Lewisburg average of 78. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lewisburg.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Charles Cole | 147 | Knee |
| Dr. Brian Batman | 94 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Matthew Reish | 16 | Knee |
| Dr. John Furia | 15 | Shoulder |
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