Dr. Kenneth Donohue, M.D.
Contact & Location
203-785-3719
New Haven, CT 06519
Dr. Donohue performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 50% of orthopedic surgeons in Connecticut, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #13 of 26 ranked shoulder surgeons in Connecticut.
About Dr. Donohue
Practice. Dr. Kenneth Donohue is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in New Haven, Connecticut. The latest annual CMS data records 23 shoulder replacements. That is #13 in Connecticut for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2009.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2019 to 2024, 4 years. Volume has held between 16 and 23 procedures a year.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 23 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. New Haven has 6 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 | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 16 |
| 2023 | 19 |
| 2024 | 23 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Donohue Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Connecticut state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Donohue's procedure volume has been consistent across 4 years of Medicare data, ranging from 16 to 23 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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 Shoulder Replacement
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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Donohue
How does Dr. Donohue's procedure volume compare to other Connecticut surgeons?
Dr. Donohue has performed 23 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. Donohue ranks #66 out of 94 orthopedic surgeons in Connecticut.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Donohue perform?
Dr. Donohue's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 23 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Donohue with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Donohue ranks #13 in Connecticut for shoulder replacement with 23 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 94 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Donohue in New Haven?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in New Haven 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. Donohue 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Donohue's total volume across all insurers at roughly 60 to 80 procedures against the 23 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. Donohue's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Donohue's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 4 years of Medicare data, ranging from 16 to 23 procedures per year between 2019 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Donohue affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Donohue is affiliated with Yale-New Haven Hospital, Lawrence & Memorial Hospital, Bridgeport Hospital.
How does Dr. Donohue compare to other orthopedic surgeons in New Haven?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in New Haven, Dr. Donohue ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in New Haven has 60 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Donohue practices?
Yale-New Haven Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Lawrence & Memorial Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Bridgeport Hospital (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 New Haven, Connecticut
Dr. Donohue's 23 Medicare procedures are below the New Haven average of 31. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in New Haven.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Allen Nicholson | 60 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Lee Rubin | 49 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Leslie | 24 | Hip |
| Dr. Ilda Molloy | 15 | Hip |
| Dr. Daniel Wiznia | 14 | Knee |
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