Dr. Cari Cordell, M.D.
Contact & Location
501-321-2663
Hot Springs, AR 71913
Dr. Cordell performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 36% of orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #21 of 33 ranked shoulder surgeons in Arkansas.
About Dr. Cordell
Practice. Dr. Cari Cordell is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Hot Springs, Arkansas. The latest annual CMS data records 16 shoulder replacements. That is #21 in Arkansas for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2018 to 2024, 6 years. Volume has held between 11 and 20 procedures a year.
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.
Local context. Hot Springs has 6 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 | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 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. Cordell Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arkansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cordell's procedure volume has been consistent across 6 years of Medicare data, ranging from 11 to 20 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Cordell
How does Dr. Cordell's procedure volume compare to other Arkansas surgeons?
Dr. Cordell has performed 16 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Arkansas average is 66 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Cordell ranks #83 out of 89 orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cordell perform?
Dr. Cordell'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.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cordell in Hot Springs?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Hot Springs 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 Arkansas surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Cordell 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. Cordell'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. Cordell's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Cordell's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 6 years of Medicare data, ranging from 11 to 20 procedures per year between 2018 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cordell affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cordell is affiliated with Chi St Vincent Hospital Hot Springs, Baptist Health Medical Center-Arkadelphia.
How does Dr. Cordell compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Hot Springs?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Hot Springs, Dr. Cordell ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Hot Springs has 126 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Cordell practices?
Chi St Vincent Hospital Hot Springs (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Baptist Health Medical Center-Arkadelphia (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 Hot Springs, Arkansas
Dr. Cordell's 16 Medicare procedures are below the Hot Springs average of 46. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Hot Springs.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Young | 126 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Lawrence Dodd | 57 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gordon Birk | 37 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Trent Johnson | 24 | Knee |
| Dr. Justin Walden | 17 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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