Dr. Vivek Venugopal
Dr. Vivek Venugopal is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Keene, New Hampshire. A Medicare provider since 2015, Dr. Venugopal has performed 76 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#5 in New Hampshire) and 56 hip replacements, for a combined total of 132 procedures.
In New Hampshire, Dr. Venugopal performs above average in knee (76 vs 48 avg), above average in hip (56 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Venugopal's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (76 cases) and hip replacements (56 cases).
Keene is home to 3 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. Venugopal also maintains hospital privileges in NH and VT, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond New Hampshire.
Dr. Venugopal first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Venugopal's 76 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. Venugopal Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Hampshire state average.
Contact & Location
Keene, NH 03431
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Venugopal has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Venugopal
How does Dr. Venugopal's procedure volume compare to other New Hampshire surgeons?
Dr. Venugopal has performed 132 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the New Hampshire average of 67 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Venugopal ranks #7 out of 54 orthopedic surgeons in New Hampshire.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Venugopal perform?
Dr. Venugopal's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (76 cases) and hip replacement (56 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Venugopal with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Venugopal ranks #5 in New Hampshire for knee replacement with 76 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 54 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Venugopal in Keene?
Yes. There are 3 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. Venugopal 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. Venugopal's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 132 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Venugopal perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Venugopal's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (76 cases), hip replacement (56 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Venugopal affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Venugopal is affiliated with Cheshire Medical Center, Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital, Monadnock Community Hospital, Grace Cottage Hospital. Dr. Venugopal maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Venugopal compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Keene?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Keene, Dr. Venugopal ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Venugopal has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Venugopal 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); Monadnock Community Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). 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. Venugopal's 132 Medicare procedures are above the Keene average of 84. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Keene.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Anthony Presutti | 90 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Leather | 29 | Knee, Shoulder |
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