Dr. William Byrd, M.D.
Contact & Location
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
Dr. William Byrd is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Virginia Beach, Virginia. A Medicare provider since 2013, Dr. Byrd has performed 182 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#6 in Virginia) and 116 hip replacements, for a combined total of 298 procedures.
In Virginia, Dr. Byrd performs well above average in knee (182 vs 58 avg), well above average in hip (116 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Byrd's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (182 cases) and hip replacements (116 cases).
Virginia Beach is home to 13 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Virginia Beach area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Byrd also maintains hospital privileges in VA and NC, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Virginia.
Medicare records for Dr. Byrd extend back to 2018, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 46 to 298 in the most recent data, a 548% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Byrd's 182 verified procedures is more than 4x the national average of 45, ranking #86 nationally.
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. Byrd Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Byrd's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 548% from 46 procedures in 2018 to 298 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. Byrd
How does Dr. Byrd's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Byrd has performed 298 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Virginia average of 82 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Byrd ranks #5 out of 229 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Byrd perform?
Dr. Byrd's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (182 cases) and hip replacement (116 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Byrd with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Byrd ranks #6 in Virginia for knee replacement with 182 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 229 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Byrd in Virginia Beach?
Yes. There are 13 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia Beach 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. Byrd 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. Byrd's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 298 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Byrd's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Byrd's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 46 procedures in 2018 to 298 in the most recent data, a 548% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 298 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Byrd perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Byrd's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (182 cases), hip replacement (116 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Byrd affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Byrd is affiliated with Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Albemarle Medical Center, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. Dr. Byrd maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Byrd compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Virginia Beach?
Among the 13 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia Beach, Dr. Byrd ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Byrd is among the highest-volume surgeons in Virginia Beach.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Byrd practices?
Sentara Princess Anne Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Sentara Leigh Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Dr. Byrd's 298 Medicare procedures are above the Virginia Beach average of 221. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Virginia Beach.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Dowd | 315 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Louis Jordan | 289 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Gondusky | 250 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Edward Lambert | 154 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jack Siegel | 131 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Justin Griffin | 110 | Shoulder |
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