Dr. William Bowen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in North Little Rock, Arkansas. In 2023, Dr. Bowen completed 97 knee replacements (#8 in Arkansas), 43 hip replacements, and 39 shoulder replacements — totaling 179 Medicare-verified procedures.
With 179 total procedures, Dr. Bowen ranks in the top 2% of orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas, where the average surgeon performs 62 Medicare-verified procedures per year. That is more than 2x the statewide average.
Dr. Bowen performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (97 cases), followed by hip replacements (43) and shoulder replacements (39).
North Little Rock is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the North Little Rock area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bowen
How does Dr. Bowen's procedure volume compare to other Arkansas surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Bowen performed 179 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Arkansas average of 62 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bowen ranks #3 out of 87 orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bowen perform?
Dr. Bowen performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (97 cases), hip replacement (43 cases), shoulder replacement (39 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Bowen with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Bowen ranks #8 in Arkansas for knee replacement with 97 Medicare-verified procedures in 2023. This high ranking among 87 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bowen in North Little Rock?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in North Little Rock 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 Arkansas surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Bowen represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Bowen's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 179 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in North Little Rock, Arkansas
Compare Dr. Bowen's volume with other surgeons practicing in North Little Rock.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. William Hefley | 173 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Samuel Moore | 134 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jason Stewart | 91 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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