Dr. Kenoma Anighoro, M.D.
Dr. Kenoma Anighoro is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Hamden, Connecticut. A Medicare provider since 2015, Dr. Anighoro has performed 19 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#50 in Connecticut) and 14 hip replacements, for a combined total of 33 procedures.
In Connecticut, Dr. Anighoro performs below average in knee (19 vs 34 avg), below average in hip (14 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Anighoro's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (19 cases) and hip replacements (14 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Anighoro holds additional credentials in Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Hamden is home to 11 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Hamden area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Anighoro first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Anighoro's 19 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Anighoro Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Connecticut state average.
Contact & Location
Hamden, CT 06518
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Anighoro
How does Dr. Anighoro's procedure volume compare to other Connecticut surgeons?
Dr. Anighoro has performed 33 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Connecticut average is 47 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Anighoro ranks #53 out of 101 orthopedic surgeons in Connecticut.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Anighoro perform?
Dr. Anighoro's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (19 cases) and hip replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Anighoro in Hamden?
Yes. There are 11 orthopedic surgeons in Hamden 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. Anighoro 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. Anighoro's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 33 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Anighoro perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Anighoro's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (19 cases), hip replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Anighoro affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Anighoro is affiliated with Midstate Medical Center, St Vincent'S Medical Center, Middlesex Hospital, Yale-New Haven Hospital.
How does Dr. Anighoro compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Hamden?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in Hamden, Dr. Anighoro ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Hamden has 106 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Anighoro practices?
Midstate Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Vincent'S Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Middlesex 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 Hamden, Connecticut
Dr. Anighoro's 33 Medicare procedures are below the Hamden average of 55. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Hamden.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John McCallum | 106 | Knee |
| Dr. John Irving | 85 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Nelson | 82 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Daigneault | 33 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Eric Padegimas | 26 | Shoulder |
| Dr. David Gibson | 21 | Knee |
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