Dr. William Charlton, MD
Dr. William Charlton is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Kingston, Pennsylvania. Dr. Charlton has completed 41 knee replacements (#119 in Pennsylvania), 24 shoulder replacements, and 20 hip replacements, totaling 85 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Charlton performs near average in knee (41 vs 45 avg), near average in shoulder (24 vs 29 avg), below average in hip (20 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Charlton performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (41 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (24) and hip replacements (20).
Kingston is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Kingston area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Charlton extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 27 to 85 in the most recent data, a 215% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Charlton's 41 verified procedures is near 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. Charlton Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Kingston, PA 18704
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Charlton's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 215% from 27 procedures in 2013 to 85 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. Charlton
How does Dr. Charlton's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Charlton has performed 85 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Pennsylvania average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Charlton ranks #92 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Charlton perform?
Dr. Charlton performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (41 cases), shoulder replacement (24 cases), hip replacement (20 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Charlton in Kingston?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Kingston 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. Charlton 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. Charlton's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 85 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Charlton's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Charlton's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 27 procedures in 2013 to 85 in the most recent data, a 215% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 85 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Charlton perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Charlton's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (41 cases), shoulder replacement (24 cases), hip replacement (20 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Charlton among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Charlton affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Charlton is affiliated with Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, Regional Hospital Of Scranton, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Hazleton.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Charlton practices?
Wilkes-Barre General Hospital (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Regional Hospital Of Scranton (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center (4 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 Kingston, Pennsylvania
Dr. Charlton's 85 Medicare procedures are above the Kingston average of 68. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Kingston.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Mattucci | 51 | Hip, Knee |
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