Dr. Lloyd Cope
Contact & Location
954-958-4800
Ft Lauderdale, FL 33308
Dr. Cope performs more knee replacement procedures than 54% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #185 of 406 ranked knee surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Cope
Dr. Lloyd Cope is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Ft Lauderdale, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Cope performed 36 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#185 in Florida) and 21 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 57 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Cope performs below the state average in knee (36 vs 48), below the state average in hip (21 vs 40).
Dr. Cope's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (36 cases) and hip replacements (21 cases).
Ft Lauderdale is home to 2 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.
Dr. Cope's Medicare record spans 12 years from 2013 through 2024. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 48 to 87 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Cope's 36 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 31 | 32 |
| 2014 | 46 | 41 |
| 2015 | 46 | 40 |
| 2016 | 41 | 44 |
| 2017 | 44 | 43 |
| 2018 | 36 | 34 |
| 2019 | 34 | 39 |
| 2020 | 24 | 33 |
| 2021 | 20 | 28 |
| 2022 | 22 | 39 |
| 2023 | 38 | 46 |
| 2024 | 21 | 36 |
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. Cope Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cope's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 48 to 87 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.
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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 57 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Florida average is 72 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Cope ranks #231 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cope perform?
Dr. Cope's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (36 cases) and hip replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cope in Ft Lauderdale?
Yes. There are 2 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 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. Cope's total volume across all insurers at roughly 190 to 240 procedures against the 57 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. Cope's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Cope's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 48 to 87 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Cope perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Cope's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (36 cases), hip replacement (21 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.
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 57 Medicare procedures are below the Ft Lauderdale average of 93. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Ft Lauderdale.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Daniel Chan | 129 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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