Shoulder
Dr. William Seitz, MD
Dr. William Seitz is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Seitz has performed 20 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #44 in Ohio.
In Ohio, Dr. Seitz performs below average in shoulder (20 vs 27 avg).
Dr. Seitz's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 20 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.
Cleveland is home to 43 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Cleveland area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Seitz extend back to 2013, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 20 in the most recent data, a 67% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Seitz's 20 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 28 among 2,092 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. Seitz Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Cleveland, OH 44195
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Seitz's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 67% from 12 procedures in 2013 to 20 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Seitz
How does Dr. Seitz's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Seitz has performed 20 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. Seitz ranks #292 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Seitz perform?
Dr. Seitz's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 20 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Seitz in Cleveland?
Yes. There are 43 orthopedic surgeons in Cleveland 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. Seitz 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. Seitz's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 20 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Seitz's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Seitz's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2013 to 20 in the most recent data, a 67% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 29 procedures in 2017.
How does Dr. Seitz compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cleveland?
Among the 43 orthopedic surgeons in Cleveland, Dr. Seitz ranks #37 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Cleveland has 214 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Cleveland, Ohio
Dr. Seitz's 20 Medicare procedures are below the Cleveland average of 139. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cleveland.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Bloomfield | 214 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Molloy | 175 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Trevor Murray | 167 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kim Stearns | 141 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Ricchetti | 135 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Steven Fitzgerald | 119 | Hip, Knee |
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