Dr. William Sims, M.D.
Contact & Location
208-664-2175
Coeur D Alene, ID 83814
Dr. Sims performs more knee replacement procedures than 42% of orthopedic surgeons in Idaho, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #30 of 52 ranked knee surgeons in Idaho.
About Dr. Sims
Practice. Dr. William Sims is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Coeur D Alene, Idaho. The latest annual CMS data records 27 knee replacements. That is #30 in Idaho for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 20 procedures a year to 27, up 35%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 27 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Coeur D Alene has 9 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 | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 20 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 21 |
| 2017 | 23 |
| 2018 | 38 |
| 2019 | 41 |
| 2020 | 29 |
| 2021 | 27 |
| 2022 | 29 |
| 2023 | 25 |
| 2024 | 27 |
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. 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. Sims Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Idaho state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sims's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 35% from 20 procedures in 2013 to 27 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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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Sims
How does Dr. Sims's procedure volume compare to other Idaho surgeons?
Dr. Sims has performed 27 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Idaho average is 57 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Sims ranks #46 out of 70 orthopedic surgeons in Idaho.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sims perform?
Dr. Sims's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 27 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sims in Coeur D Alene?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Coeur D Alene 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 Idaho surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Sims 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, which puts Dr. Sims's total volume across all insurers at roughly 100 to 120 procedures against the 27 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. Sims's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Sims's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 20 procedures in 2013 to 27 in the most recent data, a 35% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 41 procedures in 2019.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sims affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sims is affiliated with Northwest Specialty Hospital, Kootenai Health, Shoshone Medical Center, Boundary Community Hospital, Benewah Community Hospital.
How does Dr. Sims compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Coeur D Alene?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Coeur D Alene, Dr. Sims ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Coeur D Alene has 198 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sims practices?
Northwest Specialty Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Kootenai Health (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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Coeur D Alene, Idaho
Dr. Sims's 27 Medicare procedures are below the Coeur D Alene average of 79. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Coeur D Alene.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Douglas McInnis | 198 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Justin Smith | 99 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Lucas Anderson | 85 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Roger Dunteman | 82 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Richard Stowell | 35 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Jonathan King | 26 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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