Dr. Andrew Cooper, M.D.
Contact & Location
727-461-6026
Clearwater, FL 33756
Dr. Cooper performs more knee replacement procedures than 89% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #42 of 406 ranked knee surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Cooper
Practice. Dr. Andrew Cooper is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Clearwater, Florida. The latest annual CMS data records 101 knee replacements and 52 hip replacements, 153 procedures in all. That is #42 in Florida for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 303 in 2018 and stands at 153 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 101 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Clearwater has 12 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 | 110 | 63 |
| 2014 | 123 | 93 |
| 2015 | 117 | 90 |
| 2016 | 114 | 152 |
| 2017 | 120 | 120 |
| 2018 | 154 | 149 |
| 2019 | 153 | 135 |
| 2020 | 106 | 107 |
| 2021 | 117 | 120 |
| 2022 | 98 | 135 |
| 2023 | 76 | 100 |
| 2024 | 52 | 101 |
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. Cooper Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cooper's recorded volume peaked at 303 procedures in 2018 and stood at 153 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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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Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full knee replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Cooper
How does Dr. Cooper's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Cooper has performed 153 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Cooper ranks #57 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cooper perform?
Dr. Cooper's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (101 cases) and hip replacement (52 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cooper in Clearwater?
Yes. There are 12 orthopedic surgeons in Clearwater 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 Florida surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Cooper 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. Cooper's total volume across all insurers at roughly 520 to 650 procedures against the 153 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. Cooper's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Cooper's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 303 procedures in 2018 and was 153 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Cooper perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Cooper's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (101 cases), hip replacement (52 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cooper affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cooper is affiliated with Morton Plant Hospital.
How does Dr. Cooper compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Clearwater?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in Clearwater, Dr. Cooper ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Cooper is among the highest-volume surgeons in Clearwater.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Cooper practices?
Morton Plant Hospital (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 Clearwater, Florida
Dr. Cooper's 153 Medicare procedures are above the Clearwater average of 134. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Clearwater.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Kilgore | 166 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Whiddon | 161 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Cheong | 139 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Aaron Koslin | 138 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mitchell Herrema | 110 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Wisotsky | 72 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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