Dr. William Cooney, MD
Contact & Location
Longmont, CO 80503
Dr. William Cooney is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Longmont, Colorado. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Cooney has performed 44 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#46 in Colorado) and 28 hip replacements, for a combined total of 72 procedures.
In Colorado, Dr. Cooney performs near average in knee (44 vs 48 avg), below average in hip (28 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Cooney's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (44 cases) and hip replacements (28 cases).
Longmont is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Longmont area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Cooney extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 52 to 72 in the most recent data, a 38% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Cooney's 44 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Cooney Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cooney's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 38% from 52 procedures in 2013 to 72 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. Cooney
How does Dr. Cooney's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Cooney has performed 72 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Colorado average of 64 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Cooney ranks #54 out of 169 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cooney perform?
Dr. Cooney's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (44 cases) and hip replacement (28 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cooney in Longmont?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Longmont 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 Colorado surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Cooney 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. Cooney's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 72 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Cooney's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Cooney's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 52 procedures in 2013 to 72 in the most recent data, a 38% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 87 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Cooney perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Cooney's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (44 cases), hip replacement (28 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cooney affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cooney is affiliated with Intermountain Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Longs Peak Hospital, Longmont United Hospital, Foothills Hospital.
How does Dr. Cooney compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Longmont?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Longmont, Dr. Cooney ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Cooney has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Cooney practices?
Intermountain Health Good Samaritan Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Longs Peak Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Longmont United Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, 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 Longmont, Colorado
Dr. Cooney's 72 Medicare procedures are above the Longmont average of 43. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Longmont.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Nirav Shah | 66 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Fitzgibbons | 43 | Knee |
| Dr. Lucas Schnell | 20 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Jared Pate | 13 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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