Hip
Dr. William Petersilge, MD
Dr. William Petersilge is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Beachwood, Ohio. Dr. Petersilge has performed 11 Medicare-verified hip replacements, ranking #199 in Ohio.
In Ohio, Dr. Petersilge performs below average in hip (11 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Petersilge's Medicare data shows a focused hip replacement practice with 11 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.
Beachwood is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Beachwood area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Petersilge's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 163 procedures in 2017 before settling at 11 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Petersilge's 11 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Petersilge Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Beachwood, OH 44122
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Petersilge's recorded volume peaked at 163 procedures in 2017 and stood at 11 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Petersilge
How does Dr. Petersilge's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Petersilge has performed 11 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Ohio average is 57 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Petersilge ranks #372 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Petersilge perform?
Dr. Petersilge's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Petersilge in Beachwood?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Beachwood 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. Petersilge 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. Petersilge's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 11 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Petersilge's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Petersilge's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 163 procedures in 2017 and was 11 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Beachwood, Ohio
Dr. Petersilge's 11 Medicare procedures are below the Beachwood average of 18. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Beachwood.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bruce Cohn | 25 | Knee |
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