Dr. Brian Duggan, MD
Contact & Location
928-639-6025
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
About Dr. Duggan
Dr. Brian Duggan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cottonwood, Arizona. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Duggan performed 46 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#58 in Arizona) and 17 shoulder replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 63 procedures.
In Arizona, Dr. Duggan performs near the state average in knee (46 vs 49), below the state average in shoulder (17 vs 31).
Dr. Duggan's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (46 cases) and shoulder replacements (17 cases).
Dr. Duggan is the only orthopedic surgeon in Cottonwood represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Duggan extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 63 in the most recent data, a 385% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Duggan's 46 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 13 | 0 |
| 2014 | 24 | 0 |
| 2015 | 34 | 12 |
| 2016 | 29 | 20 |
| 2017 | 32 | 23 |
| 2018 | 57 | 29 |
| 2019 | 32 | 17 |
| 2020 | 29 | 0 |
| 2021 | 31 | 18 |
| 2022 | 41 | 19 |
| 2023 | 39 | 21 |
| 2024 | 46 | 17 |
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. Duggan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arizona state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Duggan's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 385% from 13 procedures in 2013 to 63 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. Duggan
How does Dr. Duggan's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
Dr. Duggan has performed 63 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Arizona average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Duggan ranks #85 out of 191 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Duggan perform?
Dr. Duggan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (46 cases) and shoulder replacement (17 cases).
Where is Dr. Duggan's practice located?
Dr. Duggan practices in Cottonwood, Arizona. The office is located at 340 S Willard St, Cottonwood, AZ 86326. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Duggan for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Duggan 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. Duggan's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 63 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Duggan's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Duggan's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2013 to 63 in the most recent data, a 385% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 86 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. Duggan perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Duggan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (46 cases), shoulder replacement (17 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Duggan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Duggan is affiliated with Verde Valley Medical Center, Flagstaff Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Duggan practices?
Verde Valley Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Flagstaff 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.
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