Dr. William Cottrell, MD
Dr. William Cottrell is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Clearwater, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Cottrell has performed 32 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#206 in Florida) and 20 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 52 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Cottrell performs below average in knee (32 vs 49 avg), below average in shoulder (20 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Cottrell's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (32 cases) and shoulder replacements (20 cases).
Clearwater is home to 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Clearwater area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Cottrell extend back to 2013, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 52 in the most recent data, a 333% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Cottrell's 32 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Cottrell Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
Clearwater, FL 33756
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cottrell's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 333% from 12 procedures in 2013 to 52 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. Cottrell
How does Dr. Cottrell's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Cottrell has performed 52 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. Cottrell ranks #245 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cottrell perform?
Dr. Cottrell's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (32 cases) and shoulder replacement (20 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cottrell in Clearwater?
Yes. There are 10 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. Cottrell 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. Cottrell's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 52 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Cottrell's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Cottrell's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2013 to 52 in the most recent data, a 333% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 52 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Cottrell perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Cottrell's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (32 cases), shoulder replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cottrell affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cottrell is affiliated with Morton Plant Hospital.
How does Dr. Cottrell compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Clearwater?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Clearwater, Dr. Cottrell ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Clearwater has 176 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Cottrell 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. Cottrell's 52 Medicare procedures are below the Clearwater average of 132. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Clearwater.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Andrew Cooper | 176 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Kilgore | 176 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Whiddon | 152 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Cheong | 132 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mitchell Herrema | 127 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Aaron Koslin | 110 | Hip, Knee |
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