Dr. William Browning, DO
Contact & Location
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
Dr. William Browning is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in New Smyrna Beach, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Browning has performed 21 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#300 in Florida) and 13 hip replacements, for a combined total of 34 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Browning performs below average in knee (21 vs 48 avg), below average in hip (13 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Browning's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (21 cases) and hip replacements (13 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Browning holds additional credentials in Sports Medicine, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Dr. Browning is the only orthopedic surgeon in New Smyrna Beach represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Browning extend back to 2017, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 34 in the most recent data, a 183% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Browning's 21 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Browning Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Browning's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 183% from 12 procedures in 2017 to 34 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. Browning
How does Dr. Browning's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Browning has performed 34 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Florida average is 72 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Browning ranks #347 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Browning perform?
Dr. Browning's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Where is Dr. Browning's practice located?
Dr. Browning practices in New Smyrna Beach, Florida. The office is located at 617 Canal St Ste 110, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Browning for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Browning 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. Browning's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 34 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Browning's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Browning's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2017 to 34 in the most recent data, a 183% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 34 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Browning perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Browning's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Browning affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Browning is affiliated with Adventhealth New Smyrna Beach, Adventhealth Daytona Beach.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Browning practices?
Adventhealth New Smyrna Beach (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Adventhealth Daytona Beach (4 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.
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