Dr. Kevin Denehy, M.D.
Dr. Kevin Denehy is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lexington, Kentucky. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Denehy has performed 72 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#18 in Kentucky) and 45 hip replacements, for a combined total of 117 procedures.
In Kentucky, Dr. Denehy performs above average in knee (72 vs 44 avg), above average in hip (45 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Denehy's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (72 cases) and hip replacements (45 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. Denehy extend back to 2018, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 14 to 117 in the most recent data, a 736% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Denehy's 72 verified procedures is above 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. Denehy Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kentucky state average.
Contact & Location
Lexington, KY 40509
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Denehy's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 736% from 14 procedures in 2018 to 117 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. Denehy
How does Dr. Denehy's procedure volume compare to other Kentucky surgeons?
Dr. Denehy has performed 117 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Kentucky average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Denehy ranks #18 out of 128 orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Denehy perform?
Dr. Denehy's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (72 cases) and hip replacement (45 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Denehy with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Denehy ranks #18 in Kentucky for knee replacement with 72 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 128 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Denehy 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. Denehy 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. Denehy's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 117 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Denehy's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Denehy's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2018 to 117 in the most recent data, a 736% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 117 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Denehy perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Denehy's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (72 cases), hip replacement (45 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Denehy affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Denehy is affiliated with Baptist Health Lexington, Marcum & Wallace Memorial Hospital, Chi Saint Joseph East.
How does Dr. Denehy compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lexington?
Among the 23 orthopedic surgeons in Lexington, Dr. Denehy ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Denehy is among the highest-volume surgeons in Lexington.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Denehy practices?
Baptist Health Lexington (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Marcum & Wallace Memorial Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars); Chi Saint Joseph East (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 Lexington, Kentucky
Dr. Denehy's 117 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. Wallace Huff | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Selby | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Donegan | 79 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Gregory D'angelo | 75 | Hip, Knee |
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