Dr. William Bryan, M.D.
Contact & Location
Houston, TX 77030
Dr. William Bryan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Houston, Texas. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Bryan has performed 78 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#57 in Texas) and 22 hip replacements, for a combined total of 100 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Bryan performs above average in knee (78 vs 42 avg), below average in hip (22 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Bryan's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 78% of reported Medicare volume.
Houston is home to 52 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Houston area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Bryan's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 179 procedures in 2016 before settling at 100 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Bryan's 78 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Bryan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bryan's recorded volume peaked at 179 procedures in 2016 and stood at 100 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Bryan
How does Dr. Bryan's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Bryan has performed 100 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bryan ranks #81 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bryan perform?
Dr. Bryan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (78 cases) and hip replacement (22 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bryan in Houston?
Yes. There are 52 orthopedic surgeons in Houston 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 Texas surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Bryan 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. Bryan's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 100 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Bryan's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Bryan's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 179 procedures in 2016 and was 100 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Bryan perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bryan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (78 cases), hip replacement (22 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bryan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bryan is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston Methodist Sugarland Hospital.
How does Dr. Bryan compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Houston?
Among the 52 orthopedic surgeons in Houston, Dr. Bryan ranks #11 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Houston has 340 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bryan practices?
Houston Methodist Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Houston Methodist Sugarland Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Houston, Texas
Dr. Bryan's 100 Medicare procedures are below the Houston average of 180. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Houston.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Stefan Kreuzer | 340 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Vasilios Mathews | 229 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Stocks | 168 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robin Goytia | 153 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ugonna Ihekweazu | 135 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jay Croley | 133 | Hip, Knee |
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