Dr. Bradley Wills
Contact & Location
Huntsville, AL 35801
Dr. Bradley Wills is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Huntsville, Alabama. A Medicare provider since 2014, Dr. Wills has performed 82 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#6 in Alabama) and 47 hip replacements, for a combined total of 129 procedures.
In Alabama, Dr. Wills performs well above average in knee (82 vs 32 avg), above average in hip (47 vs 26 avg).
Dr. Wills's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (82 cases) and hip replacements (47 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Wills holds additional credentials in Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Huntsville is home to 14 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Huntsville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Wills extend back to 2019, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 59 to 129 in the most recent data, a 119% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Wills's 82 verified procedures is above 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. Wills Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Alabama state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wills's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 119% from 59 procedures in 2019 to 129 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Wills
How does Dr. Wills's procedure volume compare to other Alabama surgeons?
Dr. Wills has performed 129 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Alabama average of 44 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Wills ranks #4 out of 126 orthopedic surgeons in Alabama.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wills perform?
Dr. Wills's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (82 cases) and hip replacement (47 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Wills with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Wills ranks #6 in Alabama for knee replacement with 82 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 126 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Wills in Huntsville?
Yes. There are 14 orthopedic surgeons in Huntsville 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 Alabama surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Wills 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. Wills's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 129 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Wills's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Wills's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 59 procedures in 2019 to 129 in the most recent data, a 119% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 176 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Wills perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Wills's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (82 cases), hip replacement (47 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wills affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Wills is affiliated with Huntsville Hospital, Marshall Medical Centers South Campus, Decatur Morgan Hospital-Decatur Campus.
How does Dr. Wills compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Huntsville?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in Huntsville, Dr. Wills ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Wills is among the highest-volume surgeons in Huntsville.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Wills practices?
Huntsville Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Marshall Medical Centers South Campus (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Decatur Morgan Hospital-Decatur Campus (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 Huntsville, Alabama
Dr. Wills's 129 Medicare procedures are below the Huntsville average of 130. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Huntsville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Parks | 275 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Matthew Clayton | 152 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Thomasson | 119 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Sudhakar Madanagopal | 87 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. David Griffin | 78 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Janssen | 68 | Knee, Shoulder |
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