Dr. Robert Wills, M.D.
Dr. Robert Wills is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mechanicsville, Virginia. Dr. Wills has performed 18 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#150 in Virginia) and 11 hip replacements, for a combined total of 29 procedures.
In Virginia, Dr. Wills performs below average in knee (18 vs 58 avg), below average in hip (11 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Wills's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (18 cases) and hip replacements (11 cases).
Mechanicsville is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Mechanicsville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Wills's Medicare data spans 10 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 52 procedures in 2017 before settling at 29 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Wills's 18 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. Wills Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Contact & Location
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wills's recorded volume peaked at 52 procedures in 2017 and stood at 29 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. Wills
How does Dr. Wills's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Wills has performed 29 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Virginia average is 83 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Wills ranks #157 out of 223 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wills perform?
Dr. Wills's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (18 cases) and hip replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Wills in Mechanicsville?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Mechanicsville 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 Virginia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Wills 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. Wills's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 29 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Wills's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Wills's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 52 procedures in 2017 and was 29 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. Wills perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Wills's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (18 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wills affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Wills is affiliated with Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center, Stafford Hospital, Llc, Mary Washington Hospital, Inc.
How does Dr. Wills compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Mechanicsville?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Mechanicsville, Dr. Wills ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Mechanicsville has 235 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Wills practices?
Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Stafford Hospital, Llc (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Mary Washington Hospital, Inc (2 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 Mechanicsville, Virginia
Dr. Wills's 29 Medicare procedures are below the Mechanicsville average of 101. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mechanicsville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Barton Harris | 235 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wells Stewart | 75 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thorp Davis | 64 | Shoulder |
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