Dr. William Mihalko, MD
Contact & Location
Germantown, TN 38138
Dr. William Mihalko is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Germantown, Tennessee. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Mihalko has performed 11 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #171 in Tennessee.
In Tennessee, Dr. Mihalko performs below average in knee (11 vs 46 avg).
Dr. Mihalko's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 11 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.
Germantown is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Germantown area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Mihalko first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Mihalko's 11 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. Mihalko Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Mihalko has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Mihalko
How does Dr. Mihalko's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Mihalko has performed 11 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Tennessee average is 65 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Mihalko ranks #215 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Mihalko perform?
Dr. Mihalko's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Mihalko in Germantown?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Germantown 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. Mihalko 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. Mihalko's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 11 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Mihalko affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Mihalko is affiliated with Methodist Hospitals Of Memphis, Regional One Health.
How does Dr. Mihalko compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Germantown?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Germantown, Dr. Mihalko ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Germantown has 212 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Mihalko practices?
Methodist Hospitals Of Memphis (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Regional One Health (2 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Germantown, Tennessee
Dr. Mihalko's 11 Medicare procedures are below the Germantown average of 98. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Germantown.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Guyton | 212 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Crockarell | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Holland | 100 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Throckmorton | 96 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Marc Mihalko | 79 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Heck | 29 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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