Dr. Thomas Brown
Dr. Thomas Brown is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Brown has performed 49 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#79 in Virginia) and 39 hip replacements, for a combined total of 88 procedures.
In Virginia, Dr. Brown performs near average in knee (49 vs 58 avg), near average in hip (39 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Brown's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (49 cases) and hip replacements (39 cases).
Charlottesville is home to 12 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Charlottesville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Brown's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 179 procedures in 2021 before settling at 88 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Brown's 49 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Brown Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Contact & Location
Charlottesville, VA 22908
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Brown's recorded volume peaked at 179 procedures in 2021 and stood at 88 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Brown
How does Dr. Brown's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Brown has performed 88 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Virginia average of 83 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Brown ranks #83 out of 223 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Brown perform?
Dr. Brown's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (49 cases) and hip replacement (39 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Brown in Charlottesville?
Yes. There are 12 orthopedic surgeons in Charlottesville 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 Virginia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Brown 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. Brown's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 88 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Brown's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Brown's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 179 procedures in 2021 and was 88 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. Brown perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Brown's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (49 cases), hip replacement (39 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Brown compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Charlottesville?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in Charlottesville, Dr. Brown ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Charlottesville has 268 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Charlottesville, Virginia
Dr. Brown's 88 Medicare procedures are below the Charlottesville average of 169. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Charlottesville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Browne | 268 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Megan Swanson | 193 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Edwards | 188 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ian Duensing | 158 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Quanjun Cui | 156 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Hall | 130 | Hip, Knee |
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