Dr. William Thompson, M.D.
Contact & Location
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
Dr. William Thompson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Poughkeepsie, New York. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Thompson has performed 32 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#123 in New York) and 16 hip replacements, for a combined total of 48 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Thompson performs below average in knee (32 vs 47 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Thompson's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (32 cases) and hip replacements (16 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Thompson holds additional credentials in Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine, Sports Medicine, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Poughkeepsie is home to 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Poughkeepsie area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Thompson's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 64 procedures in 2016 before settling at 48 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Thompson's 32 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)
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. Thompson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Thompson's recorded volume peaked at 64 procedures in 2016 and stood at 48 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. Thompson
How does Dr. Thompson's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Thompson has performed 48 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New York average is 69 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Thompson ranks #155 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Thompson perform?
Dr. Thompson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (32 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Thompson in Poughkeepsie?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Poughkeepsie 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 New York surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Thompson 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. Thompson's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 48 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Thompson's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Thompson's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 64 procedures in 2016 and was 48 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. Thompson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Thompson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (32 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Thompson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Thompson is affiliated with Westchester Medical Center, Vassar Brothers Medical Center.
How does Dr. Thompson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Poughkeepsie?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Poughkeepsie, Dr. Thompson ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Poughkeepsie has 154 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Thompson practices?
Westchester Medical Center (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Vassar Brothers 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 Poughkeepsie, New York
Dr. Thompson's 48 Medicare procedures are below the Poughkeepsie average of 83. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Poughkeepsie.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Russell Tigges | 154 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Frank Lombardo | 142 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Stamer | 70 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kenneth Rauschenbach | 62 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Landon Brown | 57 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Rutter | 49 | Hip, Knee |
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