Dr. Thomas Giel is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Memphis, Tennessee. In 2023, Dr. Giel performed 61 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #6 in Tennessee. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33â37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
Shoulder Replacement
61 verified cases
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)
Questions to Ask Dr. Giel
This surgeon has high Medicare volume (61 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.
Recommended Script:
"Dr. Giel, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"
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ð Phone: 901-641-3000
6286 Briarcrest Ave
Memphis, TN 38120
Memphis, TN 38120
NPI: 1023234416
Credentials: M.D.
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Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
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19 years of practice experience
ð Licensed M.D.
ðĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
â― Sports medicine specialist
ð Contact information available
Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.