Dr. Neal Goldenberg, M.D.
Contact & Location
Keene, NH 03431
Dr. Neal Goldenberg is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Keene, New Hampshire. Dr. Goldenberg has performed 17 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #10 in New Hampshire.
In New Hampshire, Dr. Goldenberg performs below average in shoulder (17 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Goldenberg's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 17 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.
Keene is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Keene area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Goldenberg first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Goldenberg's 17 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 29 among 2,213 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Goldenberg Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Hampshire state average.
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. Goldenberg
How does Dr. Goldenberg's procedure volume compare to other New Hampshire surgeons?
Dr. Goldenberg has performed 17 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New Hampshire average is 68 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Goldenberg ranks #48 out of 56 orthopedic surgeons in New Hampshire.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Goldenberg perform?
Dr. Goldenberg's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 17 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Goldenberg with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Goldenberg ranks #10 in New Hampshire for shoulder replacement with 17 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 56 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Goldenberg in Keene?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Keene 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 New Hampshire surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Goldenberg 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. Goldenberg's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 17 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Goldenberg affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Goldenberg is affiliated with Cheshire Medical Center, Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Goldenberg compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Keene?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Keene, Dr. Goldenberg ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Keene has 68 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Goldenberg practices?
Cheshire Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital (4 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 Keene, New Hampshire
Dr. Goldenberg's 17 Medicare procedures are below the Keene average of 40. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Keene.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Anthony Presutti | 68 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Vivek Venugopal | 52 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Leather | 21 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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