Dr. Jerald Cooper is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Dr. Cooper has performed 49 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#59 in Indiana) and 11 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 60 procedures.
Dr. Cooper's 60 Medicare procedures are near the Indiana median of 46. The state has 222 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. Cooper's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 82% of reported Medicare volume.
Fort Wayne is home to 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Fort Wayne area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Cooper
How does Dr. Cooper's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Cooper has performed 60 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Cooper ranks #90 out of 222 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cooper perform?
Dr. Cooper's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (49 cases) and shoulder replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cooper in Fort Wayne?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Wayne 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 Indiana surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Cooper 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. Cooper's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 60 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Fort Wayne, Indiana
Compare Dr. Cooper's volume with other surgeons practicing in Fort Wayne.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. William Berghoff | 168 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Paul Manalo | 144 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Harris | 125 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Phillip Penny | 77 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Stephen Wright | 76 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. David Conner | 75 | Knee, Shoulder |
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