Dr. William Berghoff, MD
Dr. William Berghoff is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fort Wayne, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Berghoff has performed 125 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#5 in Indiana) and 43 hip replacements, for a combined total of 168 procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Berghoff performs well above average in knee (125 vs 44 avg), above average in hip (43 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Berghoff's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (125 cases) and hip replacements (43 cases).
Fort Wayne is home to 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Fort Wayne area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Berghoff's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 222 procedures in 2015 before settling at 168 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Berghoff's 125 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
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. Berghoff Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Contact & Location
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Berghoff's recorded volume peaked at 222 procedures in 2015 and stood at 168 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Berghoff
How does Dr. Berghoff's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Berghoff has performed 168 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Berghoff ranks #8 out of 222 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Berghoff perform?
Dr. Berghoff's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (125 cases) and hip replacement (43 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Berghoff with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Berghoff ranks #5 in Indiana for knee replacement with 125 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 222 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Berghoff in Fort Wayne?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Wayne 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 Indiana surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Berghoff 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. Berghoff's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 168 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Berghoff's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Berghoff's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 222 procedures in 2015 and was 168 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Berghoff perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Berghoff's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (125 cases), hip replacement (43 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Berghoff affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Berghoff is affiliated with Orthopaedic Hospital At Parkview North Llc, Parkview Regional Medical Center, Parkview Whitley Hospital, Adams Memorial Hospital, Parkview Noble Hospital.
How does Dr. Berghoff compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fort Wayne?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Wayne, Dr. Berghoff ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Berghoff has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Berghoff practices?
Orthopaedic Hospital At Parkview North Llc (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Parkview Regional 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 Fort Wayne, Indiana
Dr. Berghoff's 168 Medicare procedures are above the Fort Wayne average of 106. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fort Wayne.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Paul Manalo | 144 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Harris | 125 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Phillip Penny | 77 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Stephen Wright | 76 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. David Conner | 75 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Benjamin Hicks | 74 | Hip, Knee |
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