Dr. Michael Williard, M.D.
Contact & Location
614-545-7900
Gahanna, OH 43230
Dr. Williard performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 43% of orthopedic surgeons in Ohio, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #57 of 100 ranked shoulder surgeons in Ohio.
About Dr. Williard
Practice. Dr. Michael Williard is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Gahanna, Ohio. The latest annual CMS data records 17 shoulder replacements and 16 knee replacements, 33 procedures in all. That is #57 in Ohio for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 22 procedures a year to 33, up 50%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 17 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Gahanna has 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 22 |
| 2014 | 13 | 23 |
| 2015 | 11 | 18 |
| 2016 | 0 | 23 |
| 2017 | 15 | 26 |
| 2018 | 15 | 20 |
| 2019 | 12 | 15 |
| 2020 | 0 | 20 |
| 2021 | 0 | 21 |
| 2022 | 18 | 25 |
| 2023 | 12 | 28 |
| 2024 | 16 | 17 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Williard Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Williard's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 50% from 22 procedures in 2013 to 33 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.
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. Williard
How does Dr. Williard's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Williard has performed 33 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Ohio average is 59 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Williard ranks #231 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Williard perform?
Dr. Williard's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (17 cases) and knee replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Williard in Gahanna?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Gahanna 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 Ohio surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Williard represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Williard's total volume across all insurers at roughly 100 to 130 procedures against the 33 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Williard's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Williard's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 22 procedures in 2013 to 33 in the most recent data, a 50% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 43 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Williard perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Williard's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (17 cases), knee replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Williard affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Williard is affiliated with Mount Carmel East, Mount Carmel New Albany Surgical Hospital, Diley Ridge Medical Center.
How does Dr. Williard compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Gahanna?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Gahanna, Dr. Williard ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Williard is among the highest-volume surgeons in Gahanna.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Williard practices?
Mount Carmel East (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mount Carmel New Albany Surgical Hospital (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 Gahanna, Ohio
Dr. Williard's 33 Medicare procedures are below the Gahanna average of 64. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Gahanna.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Joel Politi | 247 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Johansen | 41 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Robert Martin | 29 | Knee |
| Dr. Kenneth Westerheide | 22 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Brian Davison | 13 | Knee |
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