Dr. Russell Cohen, M.D.
Contact & Location
520-784-6200
Tucson, AZ 85712
Phoenix, AZ 85032
Dr. Cohen performs more knee replacement procedures than 95% of orthopedic surgeons in Arizona, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #7 of 152 ranked knee surgeons in Arizona.
About Dr. Cohen
Practice. Dr. Russell Cohen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Tucson, Arizona. The latest annual CMS data records 135 knee replacements and 78 hip replacements, 213 procedures in all. That is #7 in Arizona for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 118 and 229 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 135 procedures is more than 3x the national average of 45.
Local context. Tucson has 27 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 | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 56 | 151 |
| 2014 | 74 | 137 |
| 2015 | 65 | 160 |
| 2016 | 81 | 145 |
| 2017 | 90 | 137 |
| 2018 | 93 | 124 |
| 2019 | 59 | 79 |
| 2020 | 34 | 84 |
| 2021 | 57 | 121 |
| 2022 | 63 | 152 |
| 2023 | 68 | 161 |
| 2024 | 78 | 135 |
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Cohen Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arizona state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cohen's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 118 to 229 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Cohen
How does Dr. Cohen's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
Dr. Cohen has performed 213 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Arizona average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Cohen ranks #8 out of 191 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cohen perform?
Dr. Cohen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (135 cases) and hip replacement (78 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Cohen with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Cohen ranks #7 in Arizona for knee replacement with 135 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 191 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cohen in Tucson?
Yes. There are 27 orthopedic surgeons in Tucson 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 Arizona surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Cohen 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Cohen's total volume across all insurers at roughly 720 to 900 procedures against the 213 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. Cohen's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Cohen's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 118 to 229 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Cohen perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Cohen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (135 cases), hip replacement (78 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cohen affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cohen is affiliated with Abrazo Scottsdale Campus, Honorhealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center, Honorhealth Scottsdale Thompson Peak Med Ctr, Tucson Medical Center.
How does Dr. Cohen compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Tucson?
Among the 27 orthopedic surgeons in Tucson, Dr. Cohen ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Cohen has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Cohen practices?
Abrazo Scottsdale Campus (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Honorhealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Honorhealth Scottsdale Thompson Peak Med Ctr (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 Tucson, Arizona
Dr. Cohen's 213 Medicare procedures are above the Tucson average of 160. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Tucson.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Miller | 170 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Wild | 169 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Maltry | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Edward Petrow | 145 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Chad Hills | 135 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gens Goodman | 129 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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