Dr. Derrick Cote, M.D.
Contact & Location
701-530-8800
Bismarck, ND 58501
Dr. Cote performs more knee replacement procedures than 87% of orthopedic surgeons in North Dakota, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #3 of 24 ranked knee surgeons in North Dakota.
About Dr. Cote
Practice. Dr. Derrick Cote is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bismarck, North Dakota. The latest annual CMS data records 85 knee replacements, 38 hip replacements, and 18 shoulder replacements, 141 procedures in all. That is #3 in North Dakota for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2015 to 2024, 10 years. Volume rose from 21 procedures a year to 141, up 571%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 85 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Bismarck has 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 21 | 0 |
| 2016 | 17 | 35 | 0 |
| 2017 | 23 | 37 | 0 |
| 2018 | 16 | 63 | 12 |
| 2019 | 21 | 51 | 19 |
| 2020 | 25 | 52 | 0 |
| 2021 | 29 | 72 | 0 |
| 2022 | 36 | 80 | 18 |
| 2023 | 32 | 87 | 18 |
| 2024 | 38 | 85 | 18 |
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, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Cote Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Dakota state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cote's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 571% from 21 procedures in 2015 to 141 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Cote
How does Dr. Cote's procedure volume compare to other North Dakota surgeons?
Dr. Cote has performed 141 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the North Dakota average of 81 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Cote ranks #4 out of 28 orthopedic surgeons in North Dakota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cote perform?
Dr. Cote performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (85 cases), hip replacement (38 cases), shoulder replacement (18 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Cote with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Cote ranks #3 in North Dakota for knee replacement with 85 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 28 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cote in Bismarck?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Bismarck 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 North Dakota surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Cote 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Cote's total volume across all insurers at roughly 470 to 580 procedures against the 141 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. Cote's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Cote's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 21 procedures in 2015 to 141 in the most recent data, a 571% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 141 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Cote perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Cote's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (85 cases), hip replacement (38 cases), shoulder replacement (18 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Cote among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cote affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cote is affiliated with Chi St Alexius Health Dickinson, West River Regional Medical Center, Chi St Alexius Health.
How does Dr. Cote compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bismarck?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Bismarck, Dr. Cote ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Cote is among the highest-volume surgeons in Bismarck.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Cote practices?
Chi St Alexius Health Dickinson (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); West River Regional Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars); Chi St Alexius Health (2 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 Bismarck, North Dakota
Dr. Cote's 141 Medicare procedures are above the Bismarck average of 106. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bismarck.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brian Dahl | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Bopp | 129 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Carlson | 97 | Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Carpenter | 93 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Coridon Huez | 89 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Troy Pierce | 46 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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