Dr. Justin Kennon, MD
Contact & Location
865-690-4861
Knoxville, TN 37923
Oak Ridge, TN 37830
Knoxville, TN 37919
Dr. Kennon performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 91% of orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #5 of 58 ranked shoulder surgeons in Tennessee.
About Dr. Kennon
Dr. Justin Kennon is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Knoxville, Tennessee. A Medicare provider since 2013, Dr. Kennon performed 67 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements in the latest annual CMS data, ranking #5 in Tennessee.
In Tennessee, Dr. Kennon performs well above the state average in shoulder (67 vs 32).
Dr. Kennon's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 67 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Knoxville is home to 32 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Knoxville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Kennon extend back to 2020, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 25 to 67 in the most recent data, a 168% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Kennon's 67 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 29, ranking #140 nationally.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 25 |
| 2021 | 31 |
| 2022 | 42 |
| 2023 | 65 |
| 2024 | 67 |
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. Kennon Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kennon's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 168% from 25 procedures in 2020 to 67 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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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.
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Kennon
How does Dr. Kennon's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Kennon has performed 67 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Tennessee average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Kennon ranks #85 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kennon perform?
Dr. Kennon's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 67 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Kennon with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Kennon ranks #5 in Tennessee for shoulder replacement with 67 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 219 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kennon in Knoxville?
Yes. There are 32 orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville 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 Tennessee surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Kennon 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. Kennon's total volume across all insurers at roughly 180 to 230 procedures against the 67 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. Kennon's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Kennon's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 25 procedures in 2020 to 67 in the most recent data, a 168% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 67 procedures in 2024.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kennon affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kennon is affiliated with Parkwest Medical Center, Fort Loudon Medical Center, Methodist Medical Center Of Oak Ridge, Blount Memorial Hospital, Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Kennon compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville?
Among the 32 orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville, Dr. Kennon ranks #16 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Knoxville has 386 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kennon practices?
Parkwest Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Fort Loudon Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars); Methodist Medical Center Of Oak Ridge (3 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 Knoxville, Tennessee
Dr. Kennon's 67 Medicare procedures are below the Knoxville average of 179. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Knoxville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Herman Botero | 386 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Conrad Ivie | 183 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Nadaud | 173 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Sherrell | 156 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Harold Cates | 145 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Dilworth | 141 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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