Who is the top-ranked knee replacement surgeon in New Hampshire?

Thomas McGovern in Exeter is the highest-volume knee replacement surgeon in New Hampshire with 120 Medicare procedures. Our rankings list 25 New Hampshire surgeons by verified Medicare procedure volume. High-volume surgeons are associated with better outcomes and fewer complications.

How many knee replacement surgeons are in New Hampshire?

New Hampshire has 25 orthopedic surgeons who perform knee replacement, with a combined 1,686 Medicare procedures. The average surgeon in our New Hampshire knee replacement rankings performs 67 procedures annually. Top cities include Lebanon, Concord, Portsmouth.

What is the average cost of knee replacement in New Hampshire?

For Medicare beneficiaries in New Hampshire, out-of-pocket costs for knee replacement typically range from $1,500-$4,500 after meeting your deductible. Costs depend on your hospital choice, whether you have outpatient vs. inpatient surgery, and your specific Medicare plan. Many knee replacements are now performed as outpatient procedures, reducing costs.

Does Medicare cover knee replacement surgery in New Hampshire?

Yes, Medicare Part A and Part B cover medically necessary knee replacement surgery in New Hampshire. Coverage includes the surgery, hospital stay, anesthesia, physical therapy, and durable medical equipment. You'll pay 20% coinsurance after meeting your Part B deductible. All 25 New Hampshire surgeons in our rankings accept Medicare assignment.

How do I choose the right knee replacement surgeon in New Hampshire?

Compare New Hampshire knee replacement surgeons by: (1) Medicare procedure volume — the top surgeon in New Hampshire performs 120 procedures; (2) Board certification in orthopedic surgery; (3) Fellowship training in joint replacement; (4) Hospital quality ratings; (5) Use of modern techniques like robotic-assisted surgery (Mako, ROSA); (6) Proximity to your home.

What is the recovery time for knee replacement?

Most patients walk with assistance the same day or day after knee replacement surgery. Return to normal activities typically takes 6-12 weeks. Physical therapy starts immediately and continues for 8-12 weeks. Many New Hampshire surgeons use rapid recovery protocols and robotic-assisted techniques that can speed healing and improve outcomes.

Why does surgeon procedure volume matter for knee replacement?

Medical research consistently shows that high-volume knee replacement surgeons achieve better patient outcomes. Studies published in the Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery found that surgeons performing 200+ procedures annually have lower complication rates, fewer revision surgeries, and higher patient satisfaction. Our New Hampshire rankings use verified Medicare data to help you identify the most experienced surgeons.

Which cities in New Hampshire have the best knee replacement surgeons?

The top cities for knee replacement surgery in New Hampshire include Lebanon, Concord, Portsmouth. These cities have the highest concentration of experienced knee replacement surgeons based on Medicare procedure volume data. We provide city-specific rankings to help you find qualified surgeons near you.

25 Best Knee Replacement Surgeons in New Hampshire

1

State Rank

NPI: 1083661912

Thomas McGovern

Exeter

NH

120

Verified Cases

1083661912

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

2

State Rank

NPI: 1376539387

Thomas King

Portsmouth

NH

93

Verified Cases

1376539387

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

3

State Rank

NPI: 1982683769

Eric Benson

Manchester

NH

90

Verified Cases

1982683769

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

4

State Rank

NPI: 1275793374

Akhilesh Sastry

Portsmouth

NH

81

Verified Cases

1275793374

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

5

State Rank

NPI: 1992183917

Vivek Venugopal

Keene

NH

76

Verified Cases

1992183917

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

6

State Rank

NPI: 1013980275

David Thut

Somersworth

NH

74

Verified Cases

1013980275

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

7

State Rank

NPI: 1023044930

Michael Sparks

Lebanon

NH

73

Verified Cases

1023044930

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

8

State Rank

NPI: 1487871828

Wayne Moschetti

Lebanon

NH

73

Verified Cases

1487871828

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

9

State Rank

NPI: 1396156352

Jason Desmarais

Concord

NH

71

Verified Cases

1396156352

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

10

State Rank

NPI: 1154552263

Neil Dion

Concord

NH

70

Verified Cases

1154552263

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

11

State Rank

NPI: 1134153604

Jeffrey Wiley

Concord

NH

69

Verified Cases

1134153604

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

12

State Rank

NPI: 1689693152

Ira Parsons

Somersworth

NH

69

Verified Cases

1689693152

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

13

State Rank

NPI: 1982970539

Michael Morwood

Portsmouth

NH

67

Verified Cases

1982970539

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

14

State Rank

NPI: 1013446137

Robert Runyon, MD

Boston

MA

Also practices here via Parkland Medical Center

63

Verified Cases

1013446137

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

15

State Rank

NPI: 1467486910

Stephen Fox

Concord

NH

62

Verified Cases

1467486910

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

16

State Rank

NPI: 1114193752

Garrett Davis

Lebanon

NH

61

Verified Cases

1114193752

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

17

State Rank

NPI: 1316028970

Kathleen Hogan

Nashua

NH

58

Verified Cases

1316028970

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

18

State Rank

NPI: 1346415601

Bryan Lawless, MD

Boston

MA

Also practices here via Elliot Hospital

57

Verified Cases

1346415601

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

19

State Rank

NPI: 1407926819

Ricardo Gonzales

Manchester

NH

55

Verified Cases

1407926819

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

20

State Rank

NPI: 1457375248

Sean Frost

Nashua

NH

54

Verified Cases

1457375248

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

21

State Rank

NPI: 1851511521

Kevin Dwyer

Lebanon

NH

53

Verified Cases

1851511521

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

22

State Rank

NPI: 1851612196

Joseph Konopka

Somersworth

NH

53

Verified Cases

1851612196

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

23

State Rank

NPI: 1215035530

Elizabeth McLarney, MD

Brattleboro

VT

Also practices here via Cheshire Medical Center

50

Verified Cases

1215035530

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

24

State Rank

NPI: 1912340472

Andrew Garber

Nashua

NH

49

Verified Cases

1912340472

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

25

State Rank

NPI: 1912925694

Anthony Presutti

Keene

NH

45

Verified Cases

1912925694

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

TOP 25 Knee Replacement Surgeons in New Hampshire

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Thomas McGovern

Thomas King

Eric Benson

Akhilesh Sastry

Vivek Venugopal

David Thut

Michael Sparks

Wayne Moschetti

Jason Desmarais

Neil Dion

Jeffrey Wiley

Ira Parsons

Michael Morwood

Robert Runyon, MD

Stephen Fox

Garrett Davis

Kathleen Hogan

Bryan Lawless, MD

Ricardo Gonzales

Sean Frost

Kevin Dwyer

Joseph Konopka

Elizabeth McLarney, MD

Andrew Garber

Anthony Presutti

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