Dr. Vivekanand Neginhal, M.D.
Dr. Vivekanand Neginhal is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Huntington, West Virginia. Dr. Neginhal has performed 40 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#17 in West Virginia) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 52 procedures.
In West Virginia, Dr. Neginhal performs near average in knee (40 vs 36 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 26 avg).
Dr. Neginhal's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 77% of reported Medicare volume.
Huntington is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Huntington area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Neginhal's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 176 procedures in 2016 before settling at 52 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Neginhal's 40 verified procedures is near 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. Neginhal Compares
Procedure volume compared to the West Virginia state average.
Contact & Location
Huntington, WV 25702
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Neginhal's recorded volume peaked at 176 procedures in 2016 and stood at 52 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Neginhal
How does Dr. Neginhal's procedure volume compare to other West Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Neginhal has performed 52 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the West Virginia average of 47 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Neginhal ranks #22 out of 57 orthopedic surgeons in West Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Neginhal perform?
Dr. Neginhal's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (40 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Neginhal with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Neginhal ranks #17 in West Virginia for knee replacement with 40 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 57 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Neginhal in Huntington?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Huntington 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 West Virginia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Neginhal 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. Neginhal's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 52 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Neginhal's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Neginhal's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 176 procedures in 2016 and was 52 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Neginhal perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Neginhal's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (40 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Neginhal affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Neginhal is affiliated with T J Samson Community Hospital, T J Health Columbia. Dr. Neginhal maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Neginhal compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Huntington?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Huntington, Dr. Neginhal ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Huntington has 109 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Neginhal practices?
T J Samson Community Hospital (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 Huntington, West Virginia
Dr. Neginhal's 52 Medicare procedures are below the Huntington average of 64. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Huntington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ali Oliashirazi | 109 | Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Bullock | 96 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Lochow | 76 | Hip |
| Dr. Alexander Caughran | 72 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Crompton | 24 | Knee |
| Dr. Felix Cheung | 22 | Knee |
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