Dr. Jon Driscoll, M.D.
Contact & Location
Wallingford, CT 06492
Dr. Jon Driscoll is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wallingford, Connecticut. Dr. Driscoll has performed 11 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #66 in Connecticut.
In Connecticut, Dr. Driscoll performs below average in knee (11 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Driscoll's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 11 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Wallingford is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Wallingford area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Driscoll first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Driscoll's 11 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Driscoll Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Connecticut 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 Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Driscoll
How does Dr. Driscoll's procedure volume compare to other Connecticut surgeons?
Dr. Driscoll has performed 11 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Connecticut average is 49 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Driscoll ranks #93 out of 94 orthopedic surgeons in Connecticut.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Driscoll perform?
Dr. Driscoll's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Driscoll in Wallingford?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Wallingford 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. Driscoll 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. Driscoll's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 11 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Driscoll affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Driscoll is affiliated with Midstate Medical Center, Hospital Of Central Connecticut, The.
How does Dr. Driscoll compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Wallingford?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Wallingford, Dr. Driscoll ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Driscoll is among the highest-volume surgeons in Wallingford.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Driscoll practices?
Midstate Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Hospital Of Central Connecticut, The (2 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 Wallingford, Connecticut
Dr. Driscoll's 11 Medicare procedures are below the Wallingford average of 35. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Wallingford.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brendan Comer | 47 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Charette | 46 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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