Dr. William Scully, M.D.
Dr. William Scully is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. Dr. Scully has performed 63 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#58 in Ohio) and 42 hip replacements, for a combined total of 105 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Scully performs above average in knee (63 vs 40 avg), above average in hip (42 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Scully's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (63 cases) and hip replacements (42 cases).
Cuyahoga Falls is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Cuyahoga Falls area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Scully extend back to 2018, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 16 to 105 in the most recent data, a 556% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Scully's 63 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Scully Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Scully's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 556% from 16 procedures in 2018 to 105 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. Scully
How does Dr. Scully's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Scully has performed 105 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Ohio average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Scully ranks #55 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Scully perform?
Dr. Scully's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (63 cases) and hip replacement (42 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Scully in Cuyahoga Falls?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Cuyahoga Falls 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. Scully 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. Scully's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 105 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Scully's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Scully's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2018 to 105 in the most recent data, a 556% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 105 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Scully perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Scully's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (63 cases), hip replacement (42 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Scully affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Scully is affiliated with Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center, Summa Western Reserve Hospital.
How does Dr. Scully compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cuyahoga Falls?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Cuyahoga Falls, Dr. Scully ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Scully has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Scully practices?
Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Summa Western Reserve Hospital (4 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 Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio
Dr. Scully's 105 Medicare procedures are above the Cuyahoga Falls average of 54. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cuyahoga Falls.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Raymond Acus | 53 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Jackson | 29 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Myer | 29 | Knee |
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