Dr. Mouhanad El Othmani, MD
Contact & Location
Westerly, RI 02891
Dr. Mouhanad El Othmani is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Westerly, Rhode Island. Dr. El Othmani has performed 40 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#10 in Rhode Island) and 34 hip replacements, for a combined total of 74 procedures.
In Rhode Island, Dr. El Othmani performs near average in knee (40 vs 40 avg), near average in hip (34 vs 31 avg).
Dr. El Othmani's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (40 cases) and hip replacements (34 cases).
Westerly is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Westerly area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. El Othmani first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. El Othmani's 40 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. El Othmani Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Rhode Island state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. El Othmani has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. El Othmani
How does Dr. El Othmani's procedure volume compare to other Rhode Island surgeons?
Dr. El Othmani has performed 74 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Rhode Island average of 53 procedures per surgeon. Dr. El Othmani ranks #11 out of 31 orthopedic surgeons in Rhode Island.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. El Othmani perform?
Dr. El Othmani's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (40 cases) and hip replacement (34 cases).
How experienced is Dr. El Othmani with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. El Othmani ranks #10 in Rhode Island for knee replacement with 40 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 31 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. El Othmani in Westerly?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Westerly 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 Rhode Island surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. El Othmani 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. El Othmani's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 74 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. El Othmani perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. El Othmani's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (40 cases), hip replacement (34 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. El Othmani affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. El Othmani is affiliated with Newport Hospital, The Miriam Hospital, Rhode Island Hospital, Westerly Hospital.
How does Dr. El Othmani compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Westerly?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Westerly, Dr. El Othmani ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. El Othmani has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. El Othmani practices?
Newport Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); The Miriam Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Rhode Island Hospital (3 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 Westerly, Rhode Island
Dr. El Othmani's 74 Medicare procedures are above the Westerly average of 52. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Westerly.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Hutchins | 50 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Gross | 33 | Hip, Knee |
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