Dr. Paul Thomas, MD
Contact & Location
Franklin, TN 37067
Dr. Paul Thomas is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Franklin, Tennessee. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Thomas has completed 37 knee replacements (#87 in Tennessee), 18 shoulder replacements, and 13 hip replacements, totaling 68 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Tennessee, Dr. Thomas performs near average in knee (37 vs 46 avg), below average in shoulder (18 vs 32 avg), below average in hip (13 vs 36 avg).
Dr. Thomas performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (37 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (18) and hip replacements (13).
Franklin is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Franklin area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Thomas's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 134 procedures in 2014 before settling at 68 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Thomas's 37 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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 Tennessee state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Thomas's recorded volume peaked at 134 procedures in 2014 and stood at 68 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Thomas
How does Dr. Thomas's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Thomas has performed 68 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Tennessee average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Thomas ranks #83 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Thomas perform?
Dr. Thomas performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (37 cases), shoulder replacement (18 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Thomas in Franklin?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Franklin 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 Tennessee surgeons.
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 68 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Thomas's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Thomas's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 134 procedures in 2014 and was 68 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Thomas perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Thomas's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (37 cases), shoulder replacement (18 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Thomas among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Thomas affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Thomas is affiliated with Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Lawrence, Maury Regional Hospital.
How does Dr. Thomas compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Franklin?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Franklin, Dr. Thomas ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Franklin has 235 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Thomas practices?
Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Lawrence (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Maury Regional Hospital (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 Franklin, Tennessee
Dr. Thomas's 68 Medicare procedures are below the Franklin average of 106. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Franklin.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Cory Calendine | 235 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Perkinson | 177 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ian Byram | 78 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Colin Looney | 76 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Stark | 59 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Pradyumna Gurusamy | 50 | Hip, Knee |
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