Dr. William Prickett is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Prickett has performed 41 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #13 in Arizona.
Dr. Prickett's 41 Medicare procedures are near the Arizona median of 46. The state has 193 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Prickett's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 41 verified procedures in 2023. 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.
Tucson is home to 27 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Tucson area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Prickett
How does Dr. Prickett's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
Dr. Prickett has performed 41 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Arizona average is 68 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Prickett ranks #110 out of 193 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Prickett perform?
Dr. Prickett's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 41 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Prickett with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Prickett ranks #13 in Arizona for shoulder replacement with 41 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 193 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Prickett in Tucson?
Yes. There are 27 orthopedic surgeons in Tucson 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 Arizona surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Prickett 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. Prickett's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 41 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Tucson, Arizona
Compare Dr. Prickett's volume with other surgeons practicing in Tucson.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Russell Cohen | 229 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Maltry | 178 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Wild | 178 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Miller | 158 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Chad Hills | 120 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Dixon | 114 | Hip, Knee |
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