Dr. Nimit Patel, M.D.
Contact & Location
North Franklin, CT 06254
Dr. Nimit Patel is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in North Franklin, Connecticut. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Patel has completed 24 knee replacements (#40 in Connecticut), 12 shoulder replacements, and 11 hip replacements, totaling 47 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Connecticut, Dr. Patel performs below average in knee (24 vs 33 avg), below average in shoulder (12 vs 28 avg), below average in hip (11 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Patel performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (24 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (12) and hip replacements (11).
North Franklin is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the North Franklin area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Patel extend back to 2019, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 19 to 47 in the most recent data, a 147% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Patel's 24 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. Patel Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Connecticut state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Patel's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 147% from 19 procedures in 2019 to 47 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Patel
How does Dr. Patel's procedure volume compare to other Connecticut surgeons?
Dr. Patel has performed 47 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Connecticut average of 49 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Patel ranks #43 out of 94 orthopedic surgeons in Connecticut.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Patel perform?
Dr. Patel performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (24 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Patel in North Franklin?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in North Franklin 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. Patel 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. Patel's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 47 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Patel's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Patel's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 19 procedures in 2019 to 47 in the most recent data, a 147% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 47 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Patel perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Patel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Patel among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Patel affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Patel is affiliated with William W Backus Hospital, Day Kimball Hospital, Lawrence & Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Patel compare to other orthopedic surgeons in North Franklin?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in North Franklin, Dr. Patel ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in North Franklin has 95 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Patel practices?
William W Backus Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Day Kimball Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Lawrence & Memorial 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 North Franklin, Connecticut
Dr. Patel's 47 Medicare procedures are below the North Franklin average of 67. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in North Franklin.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Scott Stanat | 95 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Green | 68 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ammar Anbari | 56 | Knee, Shoulder |
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