Dr. Joseph Cooper is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Los Angeles, California. In 2023, Dr. Cooper performed 30 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#151 in California) and 24 knee replacements, for a combined total of 54 procedures.
Dr. Cooper's 54 Medicare procedures are near the California median of 42. The state has 608 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. Cooper's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (30 cases) and knee replacements (24 cases).
Los Angeles is home to 34 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Los Angeles area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Cooper
How does Dr. Cooper's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Cooper performed 54 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Cooper ranks #242 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cooper perform?
Dr. Cooper's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (30 cases) and knee replacement (24 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cooper in Los Angeles?
Yes. There are 34 orthopedic surgeons in Los Angeles 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 California surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Cooper 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. Cooper's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 54 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Los Angeles, California
Compare Dr. Cooper's volume with other surgeons practicing in Los Angeles.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Daniel Oakes | 198 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Tiberi | 172 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Spitzer | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Vishal Hegde | 83 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Micah Adamson | 65 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Gilbert | 65 | Hip, Knee |
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