Dr. Thomas Volatile, MD
Contact & Location
Tyler, TX 75701
Dr. Thomas Volatile is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Tyler, Texas. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Volatile has performed 50 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#115 in Texas) and 26 hip replacements, for a combined total of 76 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Volatile performs near average in knee (50 vs 42 avg), near average in hip (26 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Volatile's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (50 cases) and hip replacements (26 cases).
Tyler is home to 15 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Tyler area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Volatile's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 177 procedures in 2018 before settling at 76 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. Volatile's 50 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. Volatile Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Volatile's recorded volume peaked at 177 procedures in 2018 and stood at 76 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. Volatile
How does Dr. Volatile's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Volatile has performed 76 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Volatile ranks #126 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Volatile perform?
Dr. Volatile's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (50 cases) and hip replacement (26 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Volatile in Tyler?
Yes. There are 15 orthopedic surgeons in Tyler 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. Volatile 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. Volatile's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 76 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Volatile's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Volatile's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 177 procedures in 2018 and was 76 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. Volatile perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Volatile's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (50 cases), hip replacement (26 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Volatile affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Volatile is affiliated with Christus Mother Frances Hospital.
How does Dr. Volatile compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Tyler?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Tyler, Dr. Volatile ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Tyler has 416 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Volatile practices?
Christus Mother Frances Hospital (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 Tyler, Texas
Dr. Volatile's 76 Medicare procedures are below the Tyler average of 144. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Tyler.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kenneth Kaminski | 416 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Hester | 180 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Conflitti | 92 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Roger McCown | 92 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Hobbs | 79 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Patrick Wupperman | 72 | Shoulder |
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