Dr. William Bowen, M.D.
Dr. William Bowen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Willits, California. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Bowen has completed 46 knee replacements (#153 in California), 22 hip replacements, and 11 shoulder replacements, totaling 79 Medicare-verified procedures.
In California, Dr. Bowen performs near average in knee (46 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (22 vs 41 avg), below average in shoulder (11 vs 30 avg).
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 (46 cases), followed by hip replacements (22) and shoulder replacements (11).
Willits is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Willits area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Bowen's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 120 procedures in 2014 before settling at 79 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. Bowen's 46 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. Bowen Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Willits, CA 95490
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bowen's recorded volume peaked at 120 procedures in 2014 and stood at 79 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. Bowen
How does Dr. Bowen's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Bowen has performed 79 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bowen ranks #162 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bowen perform?
Dr. Bowen performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (46 cases), hip replacement (22 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bowen in Willits?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Willits 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 California surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Bowen 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. Bowen's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 79 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Bowen's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Bowen's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 120 procedures in 2014 and was 79 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. Bowen perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bowen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (46 cases), hip replacement (22 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Bowen among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bowen affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bowen is affiliated with Adventist Health Howard Memorial, Adventist Health Ukiah Valley, Adventist Health Mendocino Coast, Adventist Health Clearlake.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bowen practices?
Adventist Health Howard Memorial (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Adventist Health Ukiah Valley (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Adventist Health Mendocino Coast (1 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Willits, California
Dr. Bowen's 79 Medicare procedures are below the Willits average of 123. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Willits.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Paul Charpentier | 166 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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