Dr. D Williams, D.O.
Contact & Location
814-877-9100
Erie, PA 16507
Dr. Williams performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 38% of orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #58 of 95 ranked shoulder surgeons in Pennsylvania.
About Dr. Williams
Practice. Dr. D Williams is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Erie, Pennsylvania. The latest annual CMS data records 18 shoulder replacements. That is #58 in Pennsylvania for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2016 to 2024, 8 years. Volume rose from 12 procedures a year to 18, up 50%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 18 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Erie has 11 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Williams also holds hospital privileges in PA and NY, a practice that extends beyond Pennsylvania.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 15 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 21 |
| 2024 | 18 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Williams Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
See the Top 25 shoulder replacement surgeons in Pennsylvania
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Williams's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 50% from 12 procedures in 2016 to 18 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Williams
How does Dr. Williams's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Williams has performed 18 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Pennsylvania average is 66 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Williams ranks #322 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Williams perform?
Dr. Williams's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 18 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Williams in Erie?
Yes. There are 11 orthopedic surgeons in Erie 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 Pennsylvania surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Williams represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Williams's total volume across all insurers at roughly 50 to 60 procedures against the 18 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Williams's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Williams's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2016 to 18 in the most recent data, a 50% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 24 procedures in 2022.
Which hospitals is Dr. Williams affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Williams is affiliated with Upmc Hamot, Upmc Chautauqua At Wca. Dr. Williams maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Williams compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Erie?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in Erie, Dr. Williams ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Erie has 144 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Williams practices?
Upmc Hamot (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Upmc Chautauqua At Wca (3 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 Erie, Pennsylvania
Dr. Williams's 18 Medicare procedures are below the Erie average of 53. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Erie.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Lupo | 144 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. David German | 64 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nick Stefanovski | 55 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Delullo | 42 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Buseck | 33 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Nechleba | 17 | Knee |
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