Dr. Daniel Dunaway, M.D.
Dr. Daniel Dunaway is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Kettering, Ohio. Dr. Dunaway has performed 66 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#50 in Ohio) and 21 hip replacements, for a combined total of 87 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Dunaway performs above average in knee (66 vs 40 avg), below average in hip (21 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Dunaway's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 76% of reported Medicare volume.
Kettering is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Kettering area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Dunaway extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 35 to 87 in the most recent data, a 149% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Dunaway's 66 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. Dunaway Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Kettering, OH 45429
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dunaway's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 149% from 35 procedures in 2013 to 87 in the most recent data.
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. Dunaway
How does Dr. Dunaway's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Dunaway has performed 87 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Ohio average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Dunaway ranks #79 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dunaway perform?
Dr. Dunaway's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (66 cases) and hip replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dunaway 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. Dunaway 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. Dunaway's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 87 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Dunaway's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Dunaway's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 35 procedures in 2013 to 87 in the most recent data, a 149% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 87 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Dunaway perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Dunaway's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (66 cases), hip replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dunaway affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dunaway is affiliated with Kettering Health Miamisburg, Kettering Health Dayton, Kettering Health Main Campus, Soin Medical Center, Miami Valley Hospital.
How does Dr. Dunaway compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Kettering?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Kettering, Dr. Dunaway ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Dunaway has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dunaway practices?
Kettering Health Miamisburg (3 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. Dunaway's 87 Medicare procedures are above the Kettering average of 58. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Kettering.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Donald Ames | 71 | Knee |
| Dr. Elizabeth Dulaney-Cripe | 16 | Knee |
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