Dr. Brian Cohen, MD
Contact & Location
Chillicothe, OH 45601
Dr. Brian Cohen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Chillicothe, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Cohen has completed 39 knee replacements (#106 in Ohio), 32 shoulder replacements, and 15 hip replacements, totaling 86 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Cohen performs near average in knee (39 vs 41 avg), near average in shoulder (32 vs 29 avg), below average in hip (15 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Cohen performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (39 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (32) and hip replacements (15).
Chillicothe is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Chillicothe area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Cohen's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 217 procedures in 2018 before settling at 86 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Cohen's 39 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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 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.
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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 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 86 procedures shown here.
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 |
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