Dr. Neal Goldenberg, M.D.
Contact & Location
603-354-5400
Keene, NH 03431
Dr. Goldenberg performs more joint replacement procedures than 14% of orthopedic surgeons in New Hampshire, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #48 of 56 orthopedic surgeons in New Hampshire.
About Dr. Goldenberg
Practice. Dr. Neal Goldenberg is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Keene, New Hampshire. The latest annual CMS data records 17 shoulder replacements. That is #10 in New Hampshire for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2015.
Trend. Dr. Goldenberg first appears in the Medicare data in 2024. With 1 year on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 17 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Keene has 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 1 year: 17 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Goldenberg Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Hampshire state average.
See the Top 25 shoulder replacement surgeons in New Hampshire
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
If you are considering shoulder replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
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Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full shoulder replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
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 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Goldenberg's total volume across all insurers at roughly 50 to 60 procedures against the 17 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
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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