Dr. Jason Cochran, DO
Contact & Location
517-267-0200
Lansing, MI 48911
Dr. Cochran performs more knee replacement procedures than 93% of orthopedic surgeons in Michigan, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #14 of 202 ranked knee surgeons in Michigan.
About Dr. Cochran
Dr. Jason Cochran is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lansing, Michigan. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Cochran performed 73 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#14 in Michigan) and 52 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 125 procedures.
In Michigan, Dr. Cochran performs well above the state average in knee (73 vs 34), above the state average in hip (52 vs 29).
Dr. Cochran's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (73 cases) and hip replacements (52 cases).
Lansing is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lansing area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Cochran's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 227 procedures in 2019 before settling at 125 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Cochran's 73 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 46 | 63 | 18 |
| 2014 | 63 | 97 | 15 |
| 2015 | 56 | 74 | 11 |
| 2016 | 68 | 112 | 0 |
| 2017 | 64 | 98 | 0 |
| 2018 | 91 | 127 | 0 |
| 2019 | 93 | 134 | 0 |
| 2020 | 58 | 81 | 0 |
| 2021 | 69 | 49 | 0 |
| 2022 | 55 | 67 | 0 |
| 2023 | 57 | 65 | 0 |
| 2024 | 52 | 73 | 0 |
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. Cochran Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cochran's recorded volume peaked at 227 procedures in 2019 and stood at 125 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. Cochran
How does Dr. Cochran's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Cochran has performed 125 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Michigan average of 49 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Cochran ranks #14 out of 256 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cochran perform?
Dr. Cochran's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (73 cases) and hip replacement (52 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Cochran with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Cochran ranks #14 in Michigan for knee replacement with 73 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 256 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cochran in Lansing?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Lansing 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 Michigan surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Cochran 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. Cochran's total volume across all insurers at roughly 420 to 530 procedures against the 125 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. Cochran's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Cochran's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 227 procedures in 2019 and was 125 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. Cochran perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Cochran's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (73 cases), hip replacement (52 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cochran affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cochran is affiliated with Mclaren Greater Lansing, University Of Michigan Health-Sparrow Lansing, University Of Michigan Health - Sparrow Eaton, University Of Michigan Health-Sparrow Carson, Memorial Healthcare.
How does Dr. Cochran compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lansing?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Lansing, Dr. Cochran ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Cochran has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Cochran practices?
Mclaren Greater Lansing (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); University Of Michigan Health-Sparrow Lansing (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); University Of Michigan Health - Sparrow Eaton (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 Lansing, Michigan
Dr. Cochran's 125 Medicare procedures are above the Lansing average of 66. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lansing.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Mesko | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Mesko | 85 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charles Taunt | 77 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Noud | 45 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Meredith Heisey | 22 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Ethan Ruhland | 18 | Hip |
Patient Resources & Verification
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