Dr. Durgesh Nagarkatti, M.D.
Contact & Location
860-549-3210
Hartford, CT 06106
Dr. Nagarkatti performs more knee replacement procedures than 68% of orthopedic surgeons in Connecticut, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #21 of 67 ranked knee surgeons in Connecticut.
About Dr. Nagarkatti
Practice. Dr. Durgesh Nagarkatti is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Hartford, Connecticut. The latest annual CMS data records 44 knee replacements, 34 shoulder replacements, and 22 hip replacements, 100 procedures in all. That is #21 in Connecticut for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 78 procedures a year to 100, up 28%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 44 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Hartford has 11 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 | 36 | 42 | 0 |
| 2014 | 33 | 34 | 0 |
| 2015 | 24 | 31 | 0 |
| 2016 | 37 | 31 | 0 |
| 2017 | 43 | 45 | 14 |
| 2018 | 48 | 52 | 15 |
| 2019 | 43 | 45 | 0 |
| 2020 | 37 | 23 | 26 |
| 2021 | 38 | 26 | 24 |
| 2022 | 37 | 37 | 27 |
| 2023 | 24 | 40 | 22 |
| 2024 | 22 | 44 | 34 |
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. Nagarkatti Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Connecticut state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Nagarkatti's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 28% from 78 procedures in 2013 to 100 in the most recent data.
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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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Nagarkatti
How does Dr. Nagarkatti's procedure volume compare to other Connecticut surgeons?
Dr. Nagarkatti has performed 100 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Connecticut average of 49 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Nagarkatti ranks #10 out of 94 orthopedic surgeons in Connecticut.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Nagarkatti perform?
Dr. Nagarkatti performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (44 cases), shoulder replacement (34 cases), hip replacement (22 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Nagarkatti in Hartford?
Yes. There are 11 orthopedic surgeons in Hartford 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 Connecticut surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Nagarkatti 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. Nagarkatti's total volume across all insurers at roughly 320 to 400 procedures against the 100 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. Nagarkatti's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Nagarkatti's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 78 procedures in 2013 to 100 in the most recent data, a 28% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 115 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. Nagarkatti perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Nagarkatti's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (44 cases), shoulder replacement (34 cases), hip replacement (22 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Nagarkatti among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Nagarkatti affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Nagarkatti is affiliated with Hartford Hospital, William W Backus Hospital, Charlotte Hungerford Hospital, Hospital Of Central Connecticut, The, Bristol Hospital.
How does Dr. Nagarkatti compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Hartford?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in Hartford, Dr. Nagarkatti ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Nagarkatti is among the highest-volume surgeons in Hartford.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Nagarkatti practices?
Hartford Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); William W Backus Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Charlotte Hungerford 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 Hartford, Connecticut
Dr. Nagarkatti's 100 Medicare procedures are above the Hartford average of 92. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Hartford.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Matthew Grosso | 140 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Burns | 122 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Shekhman | 90 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Murray | 69 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Grady-Benson | 63 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Donald Allen | 59 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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