Dr. Douglas Thompson, MD
Contact & Location
903-614-3000
Texarkana, TX 75503
Dr. Thompson performs more knee replacement procedures than 42% of orthopedic surgeons in Texas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #283 of 489 ranked knee surgeons in Texas.
About Dr. Thompson
Dr. Douglas Thompson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Texarkana, Texas. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Thompson performed 27 Medicare-verified knee replacements in the latest annual CMS data, ranking #283 in Texas.
In Texas, Dr. Thompson performs below the state average in knee (27 vs 42).
Dr. Thompson's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 27 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Texarkana is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Texarkana area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Thompson also maintains hospital privileges in TX and AR, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Texas.
Medicare records for Dr. Thompson extend back to 2015, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 18 to 27 in the most recent data, a 50% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Thompson's 27 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,612 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 18 |
| 2016 | 0 | 16 |
| 2017 | 0 | 21 |
| 2018 | 12 | 26 |
| 2019 | 0 | 28 |
| 2020 | 16 | 20 |
| 2021 | 0 | 16 |
| 2022 | 0 | 29 |
| 2023 | 0 | 16 |
| 2024 | 0 | 27 |
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 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. Thompson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Thompson's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 50% from 18 procedures in 2015 to 27 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Thompson
How does Dr. Thompson's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Thompson has performed 27 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Texas average is 57 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Thompson ranks #390 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Thompson perform?
Dr. Thompson's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 27 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Thompson in Texarkana?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Texarkana 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 Texas surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Thompson 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Thompson's total volume across all insurers at roughly 100 to 120 procedures against the 27 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. Thompson's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Thompson's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 18 procedures in 2015 to 27 in the most recent data, a 50% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 38 procedures in 2018.
Which hospitals is Dr. Thompson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Thompson is affiliated with Christus St Michael Health System, Little River Memorial Hospital. Dr. Thompson maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Thompson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Texarkana?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Texarkana, Dr. Thompson ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Thompson is among the highest-volume surgeons in Texarkana.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Thompson practices?
Christus St Michael Health System (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 Texarkana, Texas
Dr. Thompson's 27 Medicare procedures are above the Texarkana average of 21. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Texarkana.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Harold Weems | 30 | Knee |
| Dr. Steven Porter | 20 | Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Young | 13 | Knee |
| Dr. Richard Hilborn | 13 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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