Dr. William Estes
Contact & Location
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
Dr. William Estes is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Estes has performed 16 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #105 in South Carolina.
In South Carolina, Dr. Estes performs below average in knee (16 vs 58 avg).
Dr. Estes's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 16 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.
Mount Pleasant is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Mount Pleasant area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Estes extend back to 2014, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 16 in the most recent data, a 23% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Estes's 16 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Estes Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Estes's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 23% from 13 procedures in 2014 to 16 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 Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Estes
How does Dr. Estes's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Estes has performed 16 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The South Carolina average is 76 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Estes ranks #132 out of 158 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Estes perform?
Dr. Estes's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 16 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Estes in Mount Pleasant?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Mount Pleasant 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. Estes 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. Estes's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 16 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Estes's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Estes's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2014 to 16 in the most recent data, a 23% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 22 procedures in 2020.
Which hospitals is Dr. Estes affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Estes is affiliated with East Cooper Medical Center, Tidelands Health.
How does Dr. Estes compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Mount Pleasant?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Mount Pleasant, Dr. Estes ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Mount Pleasant has 116 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Estes practices?
East Cooper Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Tidelands Health (2 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 Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
Dr. Estes's 16 Medicare procedures are below the Mount Pleasant average of 68. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mount Pleasant.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Hay | 116 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dustin Hambright | 114 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Demarco | 24 | Shoulder |
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