Shoulder
Dr. Justin Kennon, MD
Dr. Justin Kennon is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Kennon has performed 65 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #3 in Tennessee.
In Tennessee, Dr. Kennon performs above average in shoulder (65 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Kennon's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 65 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 30 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 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 25 to 65 in the most recent data, a 160% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 2,092 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Kennon's 65 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 28, ranking #136 nationally.
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. Kennon Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Contact & Location
Knoxville, TN 37923
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kennon's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 160% from 25 procedures in 2020 to 65 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. Kennon
How does Dr. Kennon's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Kennon has performed 65 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Tennessee average of 64 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Kennon ranks #72 out of 214 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 65 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 #3 in Tennessee for shoulder replacement with 65 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 214 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kennon in Knoxville?
Yes. There are 30 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 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. Kennon's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 65 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Kennon's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Kennon's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 25 procedures in 2020 to 65 in the most recent data, a 160% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 65 procedures in 2023.
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, Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center, Blount Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Kennon compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville?
Among the 30 orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville, Dr. Kennon ranks #14 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Knoxville has 341 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 65 Medicare procedures are below the Knoxville average of 183. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Knoxville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Herman Botero | 341 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Nadaud | 194 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Conrad Ivie | 192 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Harold Cates | 173 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Sherrell | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Dilworth | 155 | Hip, Knee |
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