Dr. Williiam Kilgore, M.D.
Contact & Location
707-443-8066
Eureka, CA 95503
Dr. Kilgore performs more knee replacement procedures than 70% of orthopedic surgeons in California, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #144 of 491 ranked knee surgeons in California.
About Dr. Kilgore
Practice. Dr. Williiam Kilgore is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Eureka, California. The latest annual CMS data records 49 knee replacements and 30 hip replacements, 79 procedures in all. That is #144 in California for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 40 procedures a year to 79, up 98%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 49 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Eureka has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 23 | 17 |
| 2014 | 42 | 18 |
| 2015 | 33 | 26 |
| 2016 | 30 | 14 |
| 2017 | 56 | 17 |
| 2018 | 61 | 26 |
| 2019 | 54 | 48 |
| 2020 | 49 | 38 |
| 2021 | 40 | 48 |
| 2022 | 38 | 31 |
| 2023 | 55 | 46 |
| 2024 | 30 | 49 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Kilgore Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kilgore's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 98% from 40 procedures in 2013 to 79 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Kilgore
How does Dr. Kilgore's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Kilgore has performed 79 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the California average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Kilgore ranks #166 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kilgore perform?
Dr. Kilgore's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (49 cases) and hip replacement (30 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kilgore in Eureka?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Eureka 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. Kilgore represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Kilgore's total volume across all insurers at roughly 270 to 330 procedures against the 79 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Kilgore's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Kilgore's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 40 procedures in 2013 to 79 in the most recent data, a 98% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 102 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Kilgore perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kilgore's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (49 cases), hip replacement (30 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kilgore affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kilgore is affiliated with Providence St Joseph Hospital, Mad River Community Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kilgore practices?
Providence St Joseph Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mad River Community Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Eureka, California
Dr. Kilgore's 79 Medicare procedures are above the Eureka average of 68. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Eureka.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Erik McGoldrick | 56 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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