Dr. Lloyd Cope
Dr. Lloyd Cope is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Ft Lauderdale, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Cope has performed 46 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#146 in Florida) and 38 hip replacements, for a combined total of 84 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Cope performs near average in knee (46 vs 49 avg), near average in hip (38 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Cope's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (46 cases) and hip replacements (38 cases).
Ft Lauderdale is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Ft Lauderdale area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Cope extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 63 to 84 in the most recent data, a 33% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Cope's 46 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Cope Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
Ft Lauderdale, FL 33308
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cope's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 33% from 63 procedures in 2013 to 84 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. Cope
How does Dr. Cope's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Cope has performed 84 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Cope ranks #149 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cope perform?
Dr. Cope's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (46 cases) and hip replacement (38 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cope in Ft Lauderdale?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Ft Lauderdale 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. Cope 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. Cope's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 84 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Cope's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Cope's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 63 procedures in 2013 to 84 in the most recent data, a 33% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 87 procedures in 2014.
Does Dr. Cope perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Cope's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (46 cases), hip replacement (38 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cope affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cope is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital.
How does Dr. Cope compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Ft Lauderdale?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Ft Lauderdale, Dr. Cope ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Cope is among the highest-volume surgeons in Ft Lauderdale.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Cope practices?
Holy Cross 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 Ft Lauderdale, Florida
Dr. Cope's 84 Medicare procedures are above the Ft Lauderdale average of 66. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Ft Lauderdale.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Daniel Chan | 93 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Kessler | 20 | Knee |
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