Dr. William Tankersley, M.D.
Contact & Location
912-681-2500
Statesboro, GA 30458
Dr. Tankersley performs more knee replacement procedures than 61% of orthopedic surgeons in Georgia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #78 of 203 ranked knee surgeons in Georgia.
About Dr. Tankersley
Practice. Dr. William Tankersley is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Statesboro, Georgia. The latest annual CMS data records 35 knee replacements and 32 hip replacements, 67 procedures in all. That is #78 in Georgia for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 33 procedures a year to 67, up 103%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 35 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Statesboro 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 | 11 | 22 |
| 2014 | 0 | 22 |
| 2015 | 28 | 37 |
| 2016 | 35 | 42 |
| 2017 | 42 | 48 |
| 2018 | 27 | 42 |
| 2019 | 43 | 46 |
| 2020 | 52 | 43 |
| 2021 | 45 | 28 |
| 2022 | 53 | 33 |
| 2023 | 35 | 38 |
| 2024 | 32 | 35 |
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. Tankersley Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Tankersley's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 103% from 33 procedures in 2013 to 67 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. Tankersley
How does Dr. Tankersley's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Tankersley has performed 67 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Georgia average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Tankersley ranks #63 out of 245 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Tankersley perform?
Dr. Tankersley's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases) and hip replacement (32 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Tankersley in Statesboro?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Statesboro 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 Georgia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Tankersley 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. Tankersley's total volume across all insurers at roughly 220 to 280 procedures against the 67 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. Tankersley's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Tankersley's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 33 procedures in 2013 to 67 in the most recent data, a 103% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 95 procedures in 2020.
Does Dr. Tankersley perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Tankersley's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases), hip replacement (32 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Tankersley affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Tankersley is affiliated with Optim Medical Center - Tattnall, Evans Memorial Hospital, East Georgia Regional Medical Center, Emanuel Medical Center, Optim Medical Center - Screven.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Tankersley practices?
Optim Medical Center - Tattnall (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); East Georgia Regional Medical Center (3 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Statesboro, Georgia
Dr. Tankersley's 67 Medicare procedures are above the Statesboro average of 55. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Statesboro.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jordan Paynter | 42 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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