Dr. Grayson Connors, D.O.
Dr. Grayson Connors is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Woburn, Massachusetts. A Medicare provider since 2014, Dr. Connors has performed 66 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#43 in Massachusetts) and 48 hip replacements, for a combined total of 114 procedures.
In Massachusetts, Dr. Connors performs above average in knee (66 vs 51 avg), near average in hip (48 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Connors's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (66 cases) and hip replacements (48 cases).
Woburn is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Woburn area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Connors extend back to 2019, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 85 to 114 in the most recent data, a 34% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Connors's 66 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. Connors Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Massachusetts state average.
Contact & Location
Woburn, MA 01801
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Connors's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 34% from 85 procedures in 2019 to 114 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. Connors
How does Dr. Connors's procedure volume compare to other Massachusetts surgeons?
Dr. Connors has performed 114 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Massachusetts average of 74 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Connors ranks #43 out of 202 orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Connors perform?
Dr. Connors's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (66 cases) and hip replacement (48 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Connors in Woburn?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Woburn 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 Massachusetts surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Connors 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. Connors's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 114 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Connors's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Connors's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 85 procedures in 2019 to 114 in the most recent data, a 34% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 119 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Connors perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Connors's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (66 cases), hip replacement (48 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Connors affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Connors is affiliated with Winchester Hospital.
How does Dr. Connors compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Woburn?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Woburn, Dr. Connors ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Connors is among the highest-volume surgeons in Woburn.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Connors practices?
Winchester Hospital (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 Woburn, Massachusetts
Dr. Connors's 114 Medicare procedures are below the Woburn average of 119. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Woburn.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Fehm | 224 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Peter Vezeridis | 20 | Shoulder |
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