Dr. William Thompson, M.D.
Contact & Location
509-793-9789
Moses Lake, WA 98837
Dr. Thompson performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 21% of orthopedic surgeons in Washington, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #44 of 56 ranked shoulder surgeons in Washington.
About Dr. Thompson
Practice. Dr. William Thompson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Moses Lake, Washington. The latest annual CMS data records 16 shoulder replacements. That is #44 in Washington for shoulder replacement. Dr. Thompson also holds credentials in Sports Medicine. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 28 in 2021 and stands at 16 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 16 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 20 |
| 2014 | 22 |
| 2015 | 19 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 19 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 23 |
| 2021 | 28 |
| 2022 | 22 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 16 |
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. Thompson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Washington state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Thompson's recorded volume peaked at 28 procedures in 2021 and stood at 16 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
If you are considering shoulder replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
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Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full shoulder replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Thompson
How does Dr. Thompson's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
Dr. Thompson has performed 16 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Washington average is 59 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Thompson ranks #172 out of 198 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Thompson perform?
Dr. Thompson's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 16 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Thompson's practice located?
Dr. Thompson practices in Moses Lake, Washington. The office is located at 1550 S Pioneer Way, Moses Lake, WA 98837. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Thompson for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Thompson 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. Thompson's total volume across all insurers at roughly 40 to 60 procedures against the 16 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. Thompson's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Thompson's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 28 procedures in 2021 and was 16 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Thompson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Thompson is affiliated with Samaritan Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Thompson practices?
Samaritan Hospital (3 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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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