Dr. Patrick O'connell, MD
Dr. Patrick O'connell is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. O'connell has performed 21 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#139 in Virginia) and 21 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 42 procedures.
In Virginia, Dr. O'connell performs below average in knee (21 vs 58 avg), below average in shoulder (21 vs 34 avg).
Dr. O'connell's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (21 cases) and shoulder replacements (21 cases).
Virginia Beach is home to 13 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Virginia Beach area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. O'connell extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 28 to 42 in the most recent data, a 50% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. O'connell's 21 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. O'connell Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Contact & Location
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. O'connell's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 50% from 28 procedures in 2013 to 42 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. O'connell
How does Dr. O'connell's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. O'connell has performed 42 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Virginia average is 83 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. O'connell ranks #136 out of 223 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. O'connell perform?
Dr. O'connell's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases) and shoulder replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. O'connell in Virginia Beach?
Yes. There are 13 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia Beach 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 Virginia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. O'connell 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. O'connell's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 42 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. O'connell's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. O'connell's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 28 procedures in 2013 to 42 in the most recent data, a 50% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 56 procedures in 2016.
Does Dr. O'connell perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. O'connell's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases), shoulder replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. O'connell compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Virginia Beach?
Among the 13 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia Beach, Dr. O'connell ranks #9 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Virginia Beach has 293 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Dr. O'connell's 42 Medicare procedures are below the Virginia Beach average of 198. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Virginia Beach.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Dowd | 293 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Gondusky | 269 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Byrd | 265 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Louis Jordan | 249 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Edward Lambert | 154 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jack Siegel | 117 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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