Dr. William Evans, MD
Contact & Location
Stephenville, TX 76401
Dr. William Evans is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Stephenville, Texas. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Evans has completed 44 knee replacements (#140 in Texas), 15 hip replacements, and 15 shoulder replacements, totaling 74 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Evans performs near average in knee (44 vs 42 avg), below average in hip (15 vs 31 avg), below average in shoulder (15 vs 27 avg).
Dr. Evans performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (44 cases), followed by hip replacements (15) and shoulder replacements (15).
Stephenville is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Stephenville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Evans extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 35 to 74 in the most recent data, a 111% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Evans's 44 verified procedures is near 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. Evans Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Evans's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 111% from 35 procedures in 2013 to 74 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. Evans
How does Dr. Evans's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Evans has performed 74 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Evans ranks #131 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Evans perform?
Dr. Evans performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (44 cases), hip replacement (15 cases), shoulder replacement (15 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Evans in Stephenville?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Stephenville 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. Evans 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. Evans's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 74 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Evans's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Evans's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 35 procedures in 2013 to 74 in the most recent data, a 111% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 74 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Evans perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Evans's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (44 cases), hip replacement (15 cases), shoulder replacement (15 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Evans among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Evans affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Evans is affiliated with Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Stephenvill, Eastland Memorial Hospital, Comanche County Medical Center, Glen Rose Medical Center, Hendrick Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Evans practices?
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Stephenvill (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Comanche County Medical Center (1 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 Stephenville, Texas
Dr. Evans's 74 Medicare procedures are below the Stephenville average of 97. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Stephenville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kevin Vanden Berge | 119 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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