Dr. William Messamore, MD
Contact & Location
Wichita, KS 67205
Dr. William Messamore is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wichita, Kansas. A Medicare provider since 2014, Dr. Messamore has performed 18 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #25 in Kansas.
In Kansas, Dr. Messamore performs below average in shoulder (18 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Messamore's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 18 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.
Wichita is home to 22 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Wichita area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Messamore first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Messamore's 18 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. Messamore Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Messamore has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. 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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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.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Messamore
How does Dr. Messamore's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Messamore has performed 18 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Kansas average is 85 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Messamore ranks #98 out of 110 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Messamore perform?
Dr. Messamore's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 18 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Messamore in Wichita?
Yes. There are 22 orthopedic surgeons in Wichita 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 Kansas surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Messamore 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. Messamore's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 18 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Messamore affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Messamore is affiliated with Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center, Susan B Allen Memorial Hospital, Ascension Via Christi Hospital St. Teresa, Inc., University Of Ks Hlth System Great Bend Campus.
How does Dr. Messamore compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Wichita?
Among the 22 orthopedic surgeons in Wichita, Dr. Messamore ranks #19 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Wichita has 297 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Messamore practices?
Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center (hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Susan B Allen Memorial Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Ascension Via Christi Hospital St. Teresa, Inc. (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 Wichita, Kansas
Dr. Messamore's 18 Medicare procedures are below the Wichita average of 178. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Wichita.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffrey Shepherd | 297 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Pappademos | 237 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tarun Bhargava | 209 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tyler Bron | 192 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Damion Walker | 162 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Paul Enns | 133 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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