Knee
Dr. William Post, MD
Dr. William Post is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Morgantown, West Virginia. Dr. Post has performed 18 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #36 in West Virginia.
In West Virginia, Dr. Post performs below average in knee (18 vs 36 avg).
Dr. Post's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 18 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Morgantown is home to 12 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Morgantown area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Post extend back to 2013, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 18 in the most recent data, a 50% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Post'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. Post Compares
Procedure volume compared to the West Virginia state average.
Contact & Location
Morgantown, WV 26508
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Post's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 50% from 12 procedures in 2013 to 18 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. Post
How does Dr. Post's procedure volume compare to other West Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Post has performed 18 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The West Virginia average is 47 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Post ranks #42 out of 57 orthopedic surgeons in West Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Post perform?
Dr. Post's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 18 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Post in Morgantown?
Yes. There are 12 orthopedic surgeons in Morgantown 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 West Virginia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Post 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. Post's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 18 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Post's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Post's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2013 to 18 in the most recent data, a 50% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 25 procedures in 2022.
Which hospitals is Dr. Post affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Post is affiliated with Mon Health Medical Center, Mon Health Marion.
How does Dr. Post compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Morgantown?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in Morgantown, Dr. Post ranks #12 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Morgantown has 124 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Post practices?
Mon Health Medical Center (4 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 Morgantown, West Virginia
Dr. Post's 18 Medicare procedures are below the Morgantown average of 68. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Morgantown.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jacob Conjeski | 124 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Hamlin | 94 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Klein | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Benjamin Frye | 64 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. George Bal | 47 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Jason Kinney | 39 | Hip, Knee |
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