Shoulder
Dr. Ryan Donegan, MD
Dr. Ryan Donegan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lexington, Kentucky. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Donegan has performed 79 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #2 in Kentucky.
In Kentucky, Dr. Donegan performs well above average in shoulder (79 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Donegan's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 79 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
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. Donegan extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 31 to 79 in the most recent data, a 155% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 2,092 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Donegan's 79 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 28, ranking #75 nationally.
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. Donegan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kentucky state average.
Contact & Location
Lexington, KY 40509
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Donegan's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 155% from 31 procedures in 2013 to 79 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Donegan
How does Dr. Donegan's procedure volume compare to other Kentucky surgeons?
Dr. Donegan has performed 79 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Kentucky average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Donegan ranks #28 out of 128 orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Donegan perform?
Dr. Donegan's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 79 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Donegan with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Donegan ranks #2 in Kentucky for shoulder replacement with 79 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 128 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Donegan 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. Donegan 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. Donegan's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 79 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Donegan's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Donegan's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 31 procedures in 2013 to 79 in the most recent data, a 155% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 86 procedures in 2020.
Which hospitals is Dr. Donegan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Donegan is affiliated with Baptist Health Lexington, Chi Saint Joseph East.
How does Dr. Donegan compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lexington?
Among the 23 orthopedic surgeons in Lexington, Dr. Donegan ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Lexington has 261 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Donegan practices?
Baptist Health Lexington (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); 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. Donegan's 79 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. Gregory D'angelo | 75 | Hip, Knee |
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