Dr. Brian Duggan, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Brian Duggan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cottonwood, Arizona. In 2023, Dr. Duggan performed 39 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#67 in Arizona) and 21 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 60 procedures.

Dr. Duggan's 60 Medicare procedures are near the Arizona median of 46. The state has 193 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.

Dr. Duggan's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (39 cases) and shoulder replacements (21 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.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
39 verified cases
#67 in Arizona
Shoulder Replacement
21 verified cases
#33 in Arizona
Estimated total: 160 – 180 procedures (all insurers)
Based on Medicare FFS representing 33–37% of national joint replacement volume
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.

Hospital Affiliations

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Verde Valley Medical Center
Cottonwood, AZ
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Flagstaff Medical Center
Flagstaff, AZ

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)

Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Duggan

How does Dr. Duggan's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?

In 2023, Dr. Duggan performed 60 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Arizona average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Duggan ranks #75 out of 193 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.

What types of joint replacement does Dr. Duggan perform?

Dr. Duggan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (39 cases) and shoulder replacement (21 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 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, 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 60 procedures shown here.

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 928-639-6025
340 S Willard St
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
NPI: 1063556512
Credentials: MD
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 19 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed MD
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available
Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33–37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.