Dr. Nathan Cohen, M.D.
Dr. Nathan Cohen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lake Charles, Louisiana. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Cohen has performed 69 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#14 in Louisiana) and 14 hip replacements, for a combined total of 83 procedures.
In Louisiana, Dr. Cohen performs above average in knee (69 vs 40 avg), below average in hip (14 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Cohen's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 83% of reported Medicare volume.
Lake Charles is home to 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lake Charles area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Cohen's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 164 procedures in 2015 before settling at 83 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Cohen's 69 verified procedures is above 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. Cohen Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Louisiana state average.
Contact & Location
Lake Charles, LA 70601
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cohen's recorded volume peaked at 164 procedures in 2015 and stood at 83 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Cohen
How does Dr. Cohen's procedure volume compare to other Louisiana surgeons?
Dr. Cohen has performed 83 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Louisiana average of 51 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Cohen ranks #21 out of 118 orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cohen perform?
Dr. Cohen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (69 cases) and hip replacement (14 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Cohen with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Cohen ranks #14 in Louisiana for knee replacement with 69 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 118 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cohen in Lake Charles?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Lake Charles 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 Louisiana surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Cohen 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. Cohen's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 83 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Cohen's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Cohen's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 164 procedures in 2015 and was 83 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Cohen perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Cohen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (69 cases), hip replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cohen affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cohen is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Cohen compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lake Charles?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Lake Charles, Dr. Cohen ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Cohen is among the highest-volume surgeons in Lake Charles.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Cohen practices?
Lake Charles Memorial Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Dr. Cohen's 83 Medicare procedures are above the Lake Charles average of 73. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lake Charles.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Noble | 117 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Hale | 114 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathan Foret | 69 | Knee |
| Dr. Michael Garitty | 63 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Meinhold | 39 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. George Trappey | 28 | Shoulder |
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