Dr. William Hardy, MD
Contact & Location
Lorain, OH 44053
Dr. William Hardy is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lorain, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2016, Dr. Hardy has performed 13 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#192 in Ohio) and 12 knee replacements, for a combined total of 25 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Hardy performs below average in hip (13 vs 32 avg), below average in knee (12 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Hardy's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (13 cases) and knee replacements (12 cases).
Lorain is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lorain area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Hardy extend back to 2022, covering 3 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 14 to 25 in the most recent data, a 79% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Hardy's 13 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 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. Hardy Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hardy's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 79% from 14 procedures in 2022 to 25 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. Hardy
How does Dr. Hardy's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Hardy has performed 25 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. Hardy ranks #260 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hardy perform?
Dr. Hardy's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (13 cases) and knee replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hardy in Lorain?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Lorain 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. Hardy 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. Hardy's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 25 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Hardy's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hardy's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2022 to 25 in the most recent data, a 79% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 36 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Hardy perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hardy's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (13 cases), knee replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hardy affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hardy is affiliated with Mercy Health-Lorain Hospital.
How does Dr. Hardy compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lorain?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Lorain, Dr. Hardy ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Hardy is among the highest-volume surgeons in Lorain.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hardy practices?
Mercy Health-Lorain Hospital (2 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 Lorain, Ohio
Dr. Hardy's 25 Medicare procedures are at the Lorain average of 25. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lorain.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Frank Sabo | 35 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph George | 35 | Knee |
| Dr. Kirk Haidet | 16 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Steven Cotman | 13 | Knee |
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