Dr. William Brown, MD
Dr. William Brown is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Seneca, South Carolina. Dr. Brown has performed 14 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#110 in South Carolina) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 26 procedures.
In South Carolina, Dr. Brown performs below average in knee (14 vs 57 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Brown's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (14 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Seneca is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Seneca area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Brown's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 57 procedures in 2020 before settling at 26 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Brown's 14 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 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. Brown Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Carolina state average.
Contact & Location
Seneca, SC 29678
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Brown's recorded volume peaked at 57 procedures in 2020 and stood at 26 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Brown
How does Dr. Brown's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Brown has performed 26 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The South Carolina average is 78 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Brown ranks #112 out of 151 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Brown perform?
Dr. Brown's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (14 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Brown in Seneca?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Seneca 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 South Carolina surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Brown 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. Brown's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 26 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Brown's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Brown's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 57 procedures in 2020 and was 26 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.
Does Dr. Brown perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Brown's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (14 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Brown affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Brown is affiliated with Prisma Health Oconee Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Brown compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Seneca?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Seneca, Dr. Brown ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Seneca has 103 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Brown practices?
Prisma Health Oconee Memorial Hospital (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 Seneca, South Carolina
Dr. Brown's 26 Medicare procedures are below the Seneca average of 45. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Seneca.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Sloboda | 103 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick McCallum | 60 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Nathan Moroski | 37 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. James Mills | 31 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Hensarling | 28 | Knee |
| Dr. Steven Martin | 28 | Knee |
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