Knee
Dr. William Devries, MD
Dr. William Devries is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Clarksville, Tennessee. Dr. Devries has performed 42 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #66 in Tennessee.
In Tennessee, Dr. Devries performs near average in knee (42 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Devries's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 42 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.
Clarksville is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Clarksville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Devries extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 16 to 42 in the most recent data, a 163% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Devries's 42 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. Devries Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Contact & Location
Clarksville, TN 37043
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Devries's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 163% from 16 procedures in 2013 to 42 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. Devries
How does Dr. Devries's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Devries has performed 42 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Tennessee average is 64 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Devries ranks #119 out of 214 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Devries perform?
Dr. Devries's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 42 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Devries in Clarksville?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Clarksville 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. Devries 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. Devries's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 42 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Devries's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Devries's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2013 to 42 in the most recent data, a 163% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 43 procedures in 2020.
Which hospitals is Dr. Devries affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Devries is affiliated with Tristar Centennial Medical Center, Tennova Healthcare - Clarksville.
How does Dr. Devries compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Clarksville?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Clarksville, Dr. Devries ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Devries has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Devries practices?
Tristar Centennial Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Tennova Healthcare - Clarksville (1 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 Clarksville, Tennessee
Dr. Devries's 42 Medicare procedures are above the Clarksville average of 26. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Clarksville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kurtis Kowalski | 40 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tyler Morris | 34 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Keith Starkweather | 20 | Knee |
| Dr. Lucas Teske | 17 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Alison Cabrera | 17 | Shoulder |
| Dr. William Beazley | 14 | Knee |
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