Dr. Robert Deveney, MD
Dr. Robert Deveney is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Danbury, Connecticut. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Deveney has performed 33 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#29 in Connecticut) and 25 hip replacements, for a combined total of 58 procedures.
In Connecticut, Dr. Deveney performs near average in knee (33 vs 34 avg), near average in hip (25 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Deveney's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (33 cases) and hip replacements (25 cases).
Danbury is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Danbury area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Deveney's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 111 procedures in 2013 before settling at 58 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Deveney's 33 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. Deveney Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Connecticut state average.
Contact & Location
Danbury, CT 06810
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Deveney's recorded volume peaked at 111 procedures in 2013 and stood at 58 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Deveney
How does Dr. Deveney's procedure volume compare to other Connecticut surgeons?
Dr. Deveney has performed 58 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Connecticut average of 47 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Deveney ranks #33 out of 101 orthopedic surgeons in Connecticut.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Deveney perform?
Dr. Deveney's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (33 cases) and hip replacement (25 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Deveney in Danbury?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Danbury 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. Deveney 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. Deveney's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 58 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Deveney's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Deveney's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 111 procedures in 2013 and was 58 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Deveney perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Deveney's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (33 cases), hip replacement (25 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Deveney compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Danbury?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Danbury, Dr. Deveney ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Deveney is among the highest-volume surgeons in Danbury.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Danbury, Connecticut
Dr. Deveney's 58 Medicare procedures are above the Danbury average of 37. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Danbury.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Dunleavy | 68 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Douglas Henshaw | 44 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Jessica Morton | 33 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Philip Mulieri | 21 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Brand | 17 | Knee |
| Dr. Theodore Wolfson | 17 | Shoulder |
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