Dr. Denis Williams, MD
Contact & Location
Champaign, IL 61820
Dr. Denis Williams is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Champaign, Illinois. Dr. Williams has performed 12 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #76 in Illinois.
In Illinois, Dr. Williams performs below average in shoulder (12 vs 27 avg).
Dr. Williams's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 12 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Champaign is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Champaign area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Williams first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Williams's 12 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 29 among 2,213 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. Williams Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
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 Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Williams
How does Dr. Williams's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Williams has performed 12 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Illinois average is 69 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Williams ranks #310 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Williams perform?
Dr. Williams's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 12 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Williams in Champaign?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Champaign 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 Illinois surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Williams 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. Williams's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 12 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Williams affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Williams is affiliated with Swedish Hospital, Endeavor Health Clinical Operations.
How does Dr. Williams compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Champaign?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Champaign, Dr. Williams ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Champaign has 99 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Williams practices?
Swedish Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Endeavor Health Clinical Operations (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Champaign, Illinois
Dr. Williams's 12 Medicare procedures are below the Champaign average of 45. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Champaign.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Cusick | 99 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Erick Kawakita | 83 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Bane | 50 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. James Liu | 15 | Knee |
| Dr. Michael Moran | 11 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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