Dr. William Frames, M.D.
Contact & Location
440-352-1711
Mentor, OH 44060
About Dr. Frames
Dr. William Frames is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mentor, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2015, Dr. Frames performed 16 Medicare-verified knee replacements in the latest annual CMS data, ranking #253 in Ohio.
In Ohio, Dr. Frames performs below the state average in knee (16 vs 41).
Dr. Frames's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 16 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Mentor is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Mentor area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Frames extend back to 2021, covering 3 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 16 in the most recent data, a 33% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Frames's 16 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 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 12 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 13 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 | 16 |
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. Frames Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Frames's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 33% from 12 procedures in 2021 to 16 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. Frames
How does Dr. Frames's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Frames has performed 16 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. Frames ranks #307 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Frames perform?
Dr. Frames's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 16 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Frames in Mentor?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Mentor 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. Frames 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. Frames's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 16 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Frames's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Frames's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2021 to 16 in the most recent data, a 33% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 16 procedures in 2024.
Which hospitals is Dr. Frames affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Frames is affiliated with Lake Health, Uhhs Memorial Hospital Of Geneva.
How does Dr. Frames compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Mentor?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Mentor, Dr. Frames ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Frames is among the highest-volume surgeons in Mentor.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Frames practices?
Lake Health (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Uhhs Memorial Hospital Of Geneva (3 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Mentor, Ohio
Dr. Frames's 16 Medicare procedures are below the Mentor average of 28. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mentor.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bradley Webb | 53 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Bucchieri | 15 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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