Dr. William Wilson, M.D.
Contact & Location
361-854-0811
Corpus Christi, TX 78417
Dr. Wilson performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 66% of orthopedic surgeons in Texas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #47 of 140 ranked shoulder surgeons in Texas.
About Dr. Wilson
Practice. Dr. William Wilson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Corpus Christi, Texas. The latest annual CMS data records 27 shoulder replacements. That is #47 in Texas for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2013.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2019 to 2024, 6 years. Volume has held between 13 and 30 procedures a year.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 27 procedures is near the national average of 29.
Local context. Corpus Christi has 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 12 | 15 |
| 2020 | 0 | 16 |
| 2021 | 0 | 13 |
| 2022 | 0 | 30 |
| 2023 | 0 | 22 |
| 2024 | 0 | 27 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Wilson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wilson's procedure volume has been consistent across 6 years of Medicare data, ranging from 13 to 30 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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 Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Wilson
How does Dr. Wilson's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Wilson has performed 27 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Texas average is 57 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Wilson ranks #391 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wilson perform?
Dr. Wilson's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 27 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Wilson in Corpus Christi?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Corpus Christi 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. Wilson represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Wilson's total volume across all insurers at roughly 70 to 90 procedures against the 27 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Wilson's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Wilson's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 6 years of Medicare data, ranging from 13 to 30 procedures per year between 2019 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wilson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Wilson is affiliated with Corpus Christi Medical Center,The, Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi.
How does Dr. Wilson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Corpus Christi?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Corpus Christi, Dr. Wilson ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Corpus Christi has 132 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Wilson practices?
Corpus Christi Medical Center,The (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi (3 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 Corpus Christi, Texas
Dr. Wilson's 27 Medicare procedures are below the Corpus Christi average of 64. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Corpus Christi.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jason Thompson | 132 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Justin Klimisch | 110 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Schlimmer | 60 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Brian Patterson | 46 | Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Hnatow | 44 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Miguel Berastain | 30 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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