Dr. William Ballard is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Chattanooga, Tennessee. In 2023, Dr. Ballard performed 220 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#2 in Tennessee) and 125 hip replacements, for a combined total of 345 procedures.
With 345 total procedures, Dr. Ballard ranks in the top 0% of orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee, where the average surgeon performs 65 Medicare-verified procedures per year. That is more than 5x the statewide average.
Dr. Ballard's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (220 cases) and hip replacements (125 cases).
Chattanooga is home to 17 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Chattanooga area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Ballard
How does Dr. Ballard's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Ballard performed 345 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 5x the Tennessee average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Ballard ranks #1 out of 203 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ballard perform?
Dr. Ballard's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (220 cases) and hip replacement (125 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Ballard with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Ballard ranks #2 in Tennessee for knee replacement with 220 Medicare-verified procedures in 2023. This high ranking among 203 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ballard in Chattanooga?
Yes. There are 17 orthopedic surgeons in Chattanooga 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 Tennessee surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Ballard represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Ballard's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 345 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Chattanooga, Tennessee
Compare Dr. Ballard's volume with other surgeons practicing in Chattanooga.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Nash | 207 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Higgins | 173 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Rogers | 136 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Freeman | 122 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kristopher Sanders | 115 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Bernard | 97 | Hip, Knee |
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