Dr. Brian Cohen, M.D.
Contact & Location
614-788-0375
Chillicothe, OH 45601
Chillicothe, OH 45601
Columbus, OH 43213
Dr. Cohen performs more knee replacement procedures than 65% of orthopedic surgeons in Ohio, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #106 of 305 ranked knee surgeons in Ohio.
About Dr. Cohen
Practice. Dr. Brian Cohen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Chillicothe, Ohio. The latest annual CMS data records 39 knee replacements, 32 shoulder replacements, and 15 hip replacements, 86 procedures in all. That is #106 in Ohio for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 217 in 2018 and stands at 86 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 39 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Chillicothe has 2 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 | 21 | 76 | 80 |
| 2014 | 17 | 80 | 75 |
| 2015 | 35 | 87 | 72 |
| 2016 | 23 | 83 | 65 |
| 2017 | 49 | 86 | 66 |
| 2018 | 38 | 104 | 75 |
| 2019 | 45 | 74 | 67 |
| 2020 | 49 | 49 | 64 |
| 2021 | 0 | 15 | 33 |
| 2022 | 18 | 28 | 19 |
| 2023 | 23 | 33 | 22 |
| 2024 | 15 | 39 | 32 |
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, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Cohen Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cohen's recorded volume peaked at 217 procedures in 2018 and stood at 86 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Cohen
How does Dr. Cohen's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Cohen has performed 86 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Cohen ranks #86 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cohen perform?
Dr. Cohen performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (39 cases), shoulder replacement (32 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cohen in Chillicothe?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Chillicothe 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 Ohio surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Cohen 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Cohen's total volume across all insurers at roughly 270 to 340 procedures against the 86 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. Cohen's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Cohen's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 217 procedures in 2018 and was 86 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 (39 cases), shoulder replacement (32 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Cohen among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cohen affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cohen is affiliated with Grant Medical Center, Berger Hospital, Adena Regional Medical Center, Riverside Methodist Hospital, Southern Ohio Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Cohen practices?
Grant Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Berger Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Adena Regional Medical Center (3 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 Chillicothe, Ohio
Dr. Cohen's 86 Medicare procedures are above the Chillicothe average of 61. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Chillicothe.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Nicole Meschbach | 36 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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