Dr. William Hovis, MD
Dr. William Hovis is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Hovis has performed 26 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#104 in Tennessee) and 11 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 37 procedures.
In Tennessee, Dr. Hovis performs below average in knee (26 vs 45 avg), below average in shoulder (11 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Hovis's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (26 cases) and shoulder replacements (11 cases).
Knoxville is home to 30 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Knoxville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Hovis extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 24 to 37 in the most recent data, a 54% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Hovis's 26 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. Hovis Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Contact & Location
Knoxville, TN 37934
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hovis's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 54% from 24 procedures in 2013 to 37 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. Hovis
How does Dr. Hovis's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Hovis has performed 37 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. Hovis ranks #132 out of 214 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hovis perform?
Dr. Hovis's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (26 cases) and shoulder replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hovis in Knoxville?
Yes. There are 30 orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville 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. Hovis 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. Hovis's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 37 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Hovis's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hovis's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 24 procedures in 2013 to 37 in the most recent data, a 54% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 37 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Hovis perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hovis's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (26 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hovis affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hovis is affiliated with Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center, Blount Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Hovis compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville?
Among the 30 orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville, Dr. Hovis ranks #21 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Knoxville has 341 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hovis practices?
Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Blount Memorial Hospital (4 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 Knoxville, Tennessee
Dr. Hovis's 37 Medicare procedures are below the Knoxville average of 179. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Knoxville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Herman Botero | 341 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Nadaud | 194 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Conrad Ivie | 192 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Harold Cates | 173 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Sherrell | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Dilworth | 155 | Hip, Knee |
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