Dr. Timothy Kavanaugh, MD
Dr. Timothy Kavanaugh is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Scottsdale, Arizona. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Kavanaugh has completed 76 knee replacements (#29 in Arizona), 26 hip replacements, and 12 shoulder replacements, totaling 114 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Arizona, Dr. Kavanaugh performs above average in knee (76 vs 49 avg), below average in hip (26 vs 37 avg), below average in shoulder (12 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Kavanaugh performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (76 cases), followed by hip replacements (26) and shoulder replacements (12).
Scottsdale is home to 23 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Scottsdale area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Kavanaugh's Medicare data spans 10 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 192 procedures in 2014 before settling at 114 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Kavanaugh's 76 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Kavanaugh Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arizona state average.
Contact & Location
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kavanaugh's recorded volume peaked at 192 procedures in 2014 and stood at 114 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. Kavanaugh
How does Dr. Kavanaugh's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
Dr. Kavanaugh has performed 114 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Arizona average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Kavanaugh ranks #38 out of 193 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kavanaugh perform?
Dr. Kavanaugh performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (76 cases), hip replacement (26 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kavanaugh in Scottsdale?
Yes. There are 23 orthopedic surgeons in Scottsdale 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 Arizona surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Kavanaugh 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. Kavanaugh's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 114 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Kavanaugh's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Kavanaugh's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 192 procedures in 2014 and was 114 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. Kavanaugh perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kavanaugh's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (76 cases), hip replacement (26 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Kavanaugh among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kavanaugh affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kavanaugh is affiliated with Honorhealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center.
How does Dr. Kavanaugh compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Scottsdale?
Among the 23 orthopedic surgeons in Scottsdale, Dr. Kavanaugh ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Scottsdale has 327 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kavanaugh practices?
Honorhealth Scottsdale Shea 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 Scottsdale, Arizona
Dr. Kavanaugh's 114 Medicare procedures are below the Scottsdale average of 175. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Scottsdale.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bertrand Kaper | 327 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Matthew Russo | 281 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Perry Evangelista | 159 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Darrin Trask | 127 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Galat | 118 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Gruber | 101 | Knee, Shoulder |
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