Dr. William Schaefer, M.D.
Contact & Location
910-484-3114
Fayetteville, NC 28304
About Dr. Schaefer
Dr. William Schaefer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fayetteville, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Schaefer performed 30 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#117 in North Carolina) and 19 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 49 procedures.
In North Carolina, Dr. Schaefer performs below the state average in knee (30 vs 44), below the state average in hip (19 vs 33).
Dr. Schaefer's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (30 cases) and hip replacements (19 cases).
Fayetteville is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Fayetteville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Schaefer's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 111 procedures in 2015 before settling at 49 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Schaefer's 30 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 36 | 33 |
| 2014 | 45 | 36 |
| 2015 | 55 | 56 |
| 2016 | 34 | 50 |
| 2017 | 31 | 50 |
| 2018 | 31 | 52 |
| 2019 | 32 | 53 |
| 2020 | 23 | 66 |
| 2021 | 26 | 40 |
| 2022 | 33 | 49 |
| 2023 | 39 | 46 |
| 2024 | 19 | 30 |
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. Schaefer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Schaefer's recorded volume peaked at 111 procedures in 2015 and stood at 49 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. Schaefer
How does Dr. Schaefer's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Schaefer has performed 49 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the North Carolina average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Schaefer ranks #123 out of 293 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Schaefer perform?
Dr. Schaefer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases) and hip replacement (19 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Schaefer in Fayetteville?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Fayetteville 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 North Carolina surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Schaefer 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. Schaefer's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 49 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Schaefer's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Schaefer's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 111 procedures in 2015 and was 49 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. Schaefer perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Schaefer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases), hip replacement (19 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Schaefer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Schaefer is affiliated with Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, Betsy Johnson Regional Hospital.
How does Dr. Schaefer compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fayetteville?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Fayetteville, Dr. Schaefer ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Schaefer is among the highest-volume surgeons in Fayetteville.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Schaefer practices?
Cape Fear Valley Medical Center (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Betsy Johnson Regional Hospital (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 Fayetteville, North Carolina
Dr. Schaefer's 49 Medicare procedures are above the Fayetteville average of 34. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fayetteville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bradley Broussard | 59 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Flanagan | 39 | Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Judd | 36 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel McBrayer | 26 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Edwin Newman | 14 | Hip |
| Dr. Jason Lowe | 14 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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