Dr. William Carlson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Stuart, Florida. In 2023, Dr. Carlson performed 38 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements (#40 in Florida) and 22 knee replacements, for a combined total of 60 procedures.
Dr. Carlson's 60 Medicare procedures are near the Florida median of 50. The state has 509 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. Carlson's reported Medicare volume is split between shoulder replacements (38 cases) and knee replacements (22 cases).
Stuart is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Stuart area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Carlson
How does Dr. Carlson's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Carlson performed 60 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Carlson ranks #217 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Carlson perform?
Dr. Carlson's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (38 cases) and knee replacement (22 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Carlson in Stuart?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Stuart 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 Florida surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Carlson 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. Carlson's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 60 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Stuart, Florida
Compare Dr. Carlson's volume with other surgeons practicing in Stuart.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Daniel Jones | 107 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Hoffman | 81 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Anthony Cerminara | 50 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Scott Desman | 46 | Knee |
| Dr. Nathaniel Hill | 29 | Knee |
| Dr. Steven Jordan | 29 | Knee |
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