Dr. William Cottrell is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Clearwater, Florida. In 2023, Dr. Cottrell performed 32 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#204 in Florida) and 20 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 52 procedures.
Dr. Cottrell's 52 Medicare procedures are near the Florida median of 50. The state has 504 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
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.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Cottrell
How does Dr. Cottrell's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Cottrell 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 #242 out of 504 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 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Clearwater, Florida
Compare Dr. Cottrell's volume with other 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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