Shoulder
Dr. Robert Williams, M.D.
Dr. Robert Williams is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Morris, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2014, Dr. Williams has performed 20 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #40 in Illinois.
In Illinois, Dr. Williams performs below average in shoulder (20 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Williams's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 20 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.
Morris is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Morris 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 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Williams's 20 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 28 among 2,092 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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.
Contact & Location
Morris, IL 60450
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Williams has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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
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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 20 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 #251 out of 323 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 20 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 Morris?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Morris 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 20 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Williams affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Williams is affiliated with Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers, Osf Saint Elizabeth Medical Center, Saint Joseph Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Williams practices?
Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Osf Saint Elizabeth Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Saint Joseph Medical Center (1 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 Morris, Illinois
Dr. Williams's 20 Medicare procedures are below the Morris average of 53. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Morris.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Keith Rezin | 85 | Hip, Knee |
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