Shoulder
Dr. William Greer, MD
Dr. William Greer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. Dr. Greer has performed 51 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #5 in South Carolina.
In South Carolina, Dr. Greer performs above average in shoulder (51 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Greer's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 51 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.
Murrells Inlet is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Murrells Inlet area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Greer extend back to 2016, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 25 to 51 in the most recent data, a 104% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 2,092 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Greer's 51 verified procedures is above the national average of 28.
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. Greer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Carolina state average.
Contact & Location
Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Greer's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 104% from 25 procedures in 2016 to 51 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. Greer
How does Dr. Greer's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Greer has performed 51 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. Greer ranks #76 out of 151 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Greer perform?
Dr. Greer's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 51 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Greer with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Greer ranks #5 in South Carolina for shoulder replacement with 51 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 151 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Greer in Murrells Inlet?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Murrells Inlet 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. Greer 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. Greer's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 51 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Greer's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Greer's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 25 procedures in 2016 to 51 in the most recent data, a 104% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 51 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Greer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Greer is affiliated with Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital, Tidelands Health.
How does Dr. Greer compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Murrells Inlet?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Murrells Inlet, Dr. Greer ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Murrells Inlet has 205 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Greer practices?
Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital (4 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 Murrells Inlet, South Carolina
Dr. Greer's 51 Medicare procedures are below the Murrells Inlet average of 96. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Murrells Inlet.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Bohan | 205 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Single | 108 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Edward Mikol | 84 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Brian Blair | 33 | Knee |
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