Dr. William Markowski, M.D.
Contact & Location
850-897-8081
Niceville, FL 32578
Dr. Markowski performs more knee replacement procedures than 66% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #136 of 406 ranked knee surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Markowski
Practice. Dr. William Markowski is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Niceville, Florida. The latest annual CMS data records 49 knee replacements and 25 hip replacements, 74 procedures in all. That is #136 in Florida for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 64 procedures a year to 74, up 16%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 49 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Niceville has 3 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 | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 15 | 49 | 0 |
| 2014 | 18 | 32 | 0 |
| 2015 | 16 | 39 | 0 |
| 2016 | 22 | 49 | 0 |
| 2017 | 29 | 35 | 0 |
| 2018 | 22 | 47 | 0 |
| 2019 | 26 | 51 | 12 |
| 2020 | 29 | 40 | 0 |
| 2021 | 28 | 44 | 0 |
| 2022 | 21 | 43 | 11 |
| 2023 | 24 | 45 | 0 |
| 2024 | 25 | 49 | 0 |
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. Markowski Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Markowski's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 16% from 64 procedures in 2013 to 74 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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Markowski
How does Dr. Markowski's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Markowski has performed 74 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Markowski ranks #181 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Markowski perform?
Dr. Markowski's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (49 cases) and hip replacement (25 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Markowski in Niceville?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Niceville 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. Markowski 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. Markowski's total volume across all insurers at roughly 250 to 310 procedures against the 74 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. Markowski's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Markowski's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 64 procedures in 2013 to 74 in the most recent data, a 16% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 89 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Markowski perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Markowski's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (49 cases), hip replacement (25 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Markowski affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Markowski is affiliated with Sacred Heart Hospital On The Emerald Coast, Hca Florida Twin Cities Hospital, North Okaloosa Medical Center.
How does Dr. Markowski compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Niceville?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Niceville, Dr. Markowski ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Markowski is among the highest-volume surgeons in Niceville.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Markowski practices?
Sacred Heart Hospital On The Emerald Coast (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Hca Florida Twin Cities Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); North Okaloosa Medical Center (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 Niceville, Florida
Dr. Markowski's 74 Medicare procedures are above the Niceville average of 68. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Niceville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Fox | 92 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Bradley Goeke | 38 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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