Dr. William Johnson, M.D.
Dr. William Johnson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Jackson, Mississippi. A Medicare provider since 2013, Dr. Johnson has performed 133 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#5 in Mississippi) and 45 hip replacements, for a combined total of 178 procedures.
In Mississippi, Dr. Johnson performs well above average in knee (133 vs 63 avg), above average in hip (45 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Johnson's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 75% of reported Medicare volume.
Jackson is home to 18 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Jackson area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Johnson extend back to 2018, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 50 to 178 in the most recent data, a 256% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Johnson's 133 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. Johnson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Mississippi state average.
Contact & Location
Jackson, MS 39202
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Johnson's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 256% from 50 procedures in 2018 to 178 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. Johnson
How does Dr. Johnson's procedure volume compare to other Mississippi surgeons?
Dr. Johnson has performed 178 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Mississippi average of 70 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Johnson ranks #8 out of 80 orthopedic surgeons in Mississippi.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Johnson perform?
Dr. Johnson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (133 cases) and hip replacement (45 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Johnson with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Johnson ranks #5 in Mississippi for knee replacement with 133 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 80 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Johnson in Jackson?
Yes. There are 18 orthopedic surgeons in Jackson 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 Mississippi surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Johnson 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. Johnson's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 178 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Johnson's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Johnson's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 50 procedures in 2018 to 178 in the most recent data, a 256% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 178 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Johnson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Johnson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (133 cases), hip replacement (45 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Johnson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Johnson is affiliated with St Dominic-Jackson Memorial Hospital, Mississippi Baptist Medical Center, Merit Health River Oaks, North Sunflower Medical Center Cah, Merit Health Natchez.
How does Dr. Johnson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Jackson?
Among the 18 orthopedic surgeons in Jackson, Dr. Johnson ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Jackson has 425 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Johnson practices?
St Dominic-Jackson Memorial Hospital (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mississippi Baptist Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Merit Health River Oaks (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 Jackson, Mississippi
Dr. Johnson's 178 Medicare procedures are below the Jackson average of 218. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Jackson.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Mehrle | 425 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Trevor Pickering | 266 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeff Almand | 192 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David-Alan Rubin | 172 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Young | 167 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jacob Folse | 125 | Hip, Knee |
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