Dr. Aram Donigian, M.D.
Contact & Location
937-433-5309
Kettering, OH 45429
Dr. Donigian performs more knee replacement procedures than 6% of orthopedic surgeons in Ohio, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #284 of 305 ranked knee surgeons in Ohio.
About Dr. Donigian
Practice. Dr. Aram Donigian is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Kettering, Ohio. The latest annual CMS data records 12 knee replacements. That is #284 in Ohio for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 4 years. Volume has held between 11 and 14 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 12 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Kettering has 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 0 |
| 2024 | 12 |
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 23% to 28% for knee 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. Donigian Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Donigian's procedure volume has been consistent across 4 years of Medicare data, ranging from 11 to 14 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Donigian
How does Dr. Donigian's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Donigian has performed 12 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Ohio average is 59 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Donigian ranks #349 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Donigian perform?
Dr. Donigian's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 12 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Donigian in Kettering?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Kettering 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 Ohio surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Donigian 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Donigian's total volume across all insurers at roughly 40 to 50 procedures against the 12 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.
Has Dr. Donigian's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Donigian's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 4 years of Medicare data, ranging from 11 to 14 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Donigian affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Donigian is affiliated with Soin Medical Center, Kettering Health Dayton, Kettering Health Main Campus, Kettering Health Greene Memorial.
How does Dr. Donigian compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Kettering?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Kettering, Dr. Donigian ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Donigian is among the highest-volume surgeons in Kettering.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Donigian practices?
Soin Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Kettering Health Dayton (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Kettering Health Main Campus (3 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 Kettering, Ohio
Dr. Donigian's 12 Medicare procedures are below the Kettering average of 36. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Kettering.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Daniel Dunaway | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Elizabeth Dulaney-Cripe | 21 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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