Dr. Wayne Piers, DO
Dr. Wayne Piers is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Portland, Maine. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Piers has performed 26 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#22 in Maine) and 24 hip replacements, for a combined total of 50 procedures.
In Maine, Dr. Piers performs below average in knee (26 vs 36 avg), near average in hip (24 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Piers's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (26 cases) and hip replacements (24 cases).
Portland is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Portland area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Piers extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 30 to 50 in the most recent data, a 67% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Piers's 26 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 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. Piers Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maine state average.
Contact & Location
Portland, ME 04102
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Piers's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 67% from 30 procedures in 2013 to 50 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Piers
How does Dr. Piers's procedure volume compare to other Maine surgeons?
Dr. Piers has performed 50 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Maine average of 48 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Piers ranks #19 out of 44 orthopedic surgeons in Maine.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Piers perform?
Dr. Piers's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (26 cases) and hip replacement (24 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Piers in Portland?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Portland 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 Maine surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Piers 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. Piers's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 50 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Piers's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Piers's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 30 procedures in 2013 to 50 in the most recent data, a 67% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 50 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Piers perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Piers's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (26 cases), hip replacement (24 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Piers affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Piers is affiliated with Northern Light Mercy Hospital, Mainehealth Stephens Hospital.
How does Dr. Piers compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Portland?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Portland, Dr. Piers ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Piers is among the highest-volume surgeons in Portland.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Piers practices?
Northern Light Mercy Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Mainehealth Stephens Hospital (4 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 Portland, Maine
Dr. Piers's 50 Medicare procedures are above the Portland average of 36. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Portland.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Newman | 53 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Kuhn | 51 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Barr | 31 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bryce Wolf | 30 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Sarah Shubert | 22 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Thomas Murray | 13 | Shoulder |
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