Dr. Gregory D'angelo, MD
Dr. Gregory D'angelo is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lexington, Kentucky. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. D'angelo has performed 52 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#25 in Kentucky) and 23 hip replacements, for a combined total of 75 procedures.
In Kentucky, Dr. D'angelo performs near average in knee (52 vs 44 avg), below average in hip (23 vs 33 avg).
Dr. D'angelo's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (52 cases) and hip replacements (23 cases).
Lexington is home to 23 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lexington area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. D'angelo extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 61 to 75 in the most recent data, a 23% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. D'angelo's 52 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. D'angelo Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kentucky state average.
Contact & Location
Lexington, KY 40509
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. D'angelo's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 23% from 61 procedures in 2013 to 75 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. D'angelo
How does Dr. D'angelo's procedure volume compare to other Kentucky surgeons?
Dr. D'angelo has performed 75 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Kentucky average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. D'angelo ranks #30 out of 128 orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. D'angelo perform?
Dr. D'angelo's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (52 cases) and hip replacement (23 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. D'angelo in Lexington?
Yes. There are 23 orthopedic surgeons in Lexington 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 Kentucky surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. D'angelo 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. D'angelo's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 75 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. D'angelo's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. D'angelo's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 61 procedures in 2013 to 75 in the most recent data, a 23% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 75 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. D'angelo perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. D'angelo's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (52 cases), hip replacement (23 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. D'angelo compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lexington?
Among the 23 orthopedic surgeons in Lexington, Dr. D'angelo ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Lexington has 261 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Lexington, Kentucky
Dr. D'angelo's 75 Medicare procedures are below the Lexington average of 133. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lexington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christian Christensen | 261 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tharun Karthikeyan | 200 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Denehy | 117 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wallace Huff | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Selby | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Donegan | 79 | Shoulder |
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