Contact & Location
865-546-2663
Knoxville, TN 37920
Knoxville, TN 37909
Dr. Kopp performs more hip replacement procedures than 21% of orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #93 of 119 ranked hip surgeons in Tennessee.
About Dr. Kopp
Practice. Dr. Benjamin Kopp is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Knoxville, Tennessee. The latest annual CMS data records 16 hip replacements and 13 knee replacements, 29 procedures in all. That is #93 in Tennessee for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2017.
Trend. Dr. Kopp first appears in the Medicare data in 2024. With 1 year on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 16 procedures is below the national average of 36. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Knoxville has 32 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 1 year: 29 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee 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. Kopp Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
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 Hip Replacement
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Prehabilitation: Preparing Your Body for SurgeryEvidence-based exercises and lifestyle adjustments that can improve surgical outcomes and speed recovery when started weeks before your procedure.
Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after hip replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full hip replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Kopp
How does Dr. Kopp's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Kopp has performed 29 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Tennessee average is 65 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Kopp ranks #150 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kopp perform?
Dr. Kopp's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (16 cases) and knee replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kopp in Knoxville?
Yes. There are 32 orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville 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 Tennessee surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Kopp 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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Kopp's total volume across all insurers at roughly 90 to 120 procedures against the 29 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.
Does Dr. Kopp perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kopp's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (16 cases), knee replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kopp affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kopp is affiliated with University Of Tn Medical Center (The), Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center, Parkwest Medical Center, Blount Memorial Hospital, Leconte Medical Center.
How does Dr. Kopp compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville?
Among the 32 orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville, Dr. Kopp ranks #24 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Knoxville has 386 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kopp practices?
University Of Tn Medical Center (The) (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Parkwest 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 Knoxville, Tennessee
Dr. Kopp's 29 Medicare procedures are below the Knoxville average of 173. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Knoxville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Herman Botero | 386 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Conrad Ivie | 183 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Nadaud | 173 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Sherrell | 156 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Harold Cates | 145 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Dilworth | 141 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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