Dr. Kenneth Donohue, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Orthopedic Surgeon

New Haven, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Donohue, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in New Haven, CT?

Dr. Kenneth Donohue, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in New Haven, CT. Dr. Donohue is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Donohue’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Donohue’s office at (203) 785-3719.

Castle Connolly Top Doctor

Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.

What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Donohue?

Dr. Kenneth Donohue, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Hand Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Donohue empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Elbow Injuries, Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, Shoulder Injuries, Shoulder Replacement, Sports Medicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New Haven, CT community, Dr. Donohue is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

What languages does Dr. Donohue speak?

Dr. Donohue and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English

What conditions does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Donohue typically treat?

As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Donohue diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Donohue. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

Also known as:

Right Shoulder Pain
Left Shoulder Pain
Pain
Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
Sore Right Shoulder
Right Shoulder Ache
Right Shoulder Discomfort
Sore Left Shoulder
Left Shoulder Ache
Left Shoulder Discomfort

ICD-10 Codes:

M25511: Pain in right shoulder
M25512: Pain in left shoulder

Also known as:

Joint Replacement Aftercare
Hip Replacement
Joint Disorder
Knee Replacement
Post-joint replacement care
Joint surgery recovery
Orthopedic aftercare

ICD-10 Codes:

Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

Also known as:

Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
Osteoarthritis
Degenerative joint disease
Wear-and-tear arthritis
Arthrosis
Joint degeneration

ICD-10 Codes:

M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder

Also known as:

Other Pre-Procedure Examination
Various pre-op checks
Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
Other pre-treatment assessments

ICD-10 Codes:

Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

Also known as:

Right Artificial Shoulder Joint
Artificial Limbs
Right Shoulder Replacement
Right Shoulder Prosthesis
Right Shoulder Arthroplasty

ICD-10 Codes:

Z96611: Presence of right artificial shoulder joint

Also known as:

High Blood Pressure
Hypertension
Primary Hypertension
Essential Hypertension

ICD-10 Codes:

I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

What procedures does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Donohue typically perform?

As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Donohue performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Donohue. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

Also known as:

Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
Shoulder Nerve Injection
Arm Pain Injection
Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

CPT Codes:

64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

Also known as:

Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
Median Nerve Neuroplasty
Carpal Tunnel Decompression
Median Nerve Transposition

CPT Codes:

64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
23430: Tenodesis of long tendon of biceps

Also known as:

Total Shoulder Replacement
Glenohumeral Arthroplasty
Shoulder Joint Replacement
Proximal Humeral Replacement
Artificial Shoulder Surgery

CPT Codes:

23472: Arthroplasty, glenohumeral joint; total shoulder (glenoid and proximal humeral replacement (eg, total shoulder))

Also known as:

Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
Endoscopy
Shoulder Scope Cleaning
Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery

CPT Codes:

29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])

Also known as:

Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
Post-void residual urine measurement
Bladder capacity ultrasound
Non-imaging bladder scan

CPT Codes:

51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging

Does Dr. Donohue accept my insurance?

Dr. Donohue accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 785-3719 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Donohue accept in New Haven, CT?

Dr. Donohue in New Haven, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Connecticut
The Hartford Financial Services Group
UnitedHealth Group

View All Insurances

Where is Dr. Donohue's office located?

Dr. Kenneth Donohue's Primary Practice

800 Howard Ave

New Haven, CT 06519

(203) 785-3719

Get Directions

What hospitals are Dr. Donohue affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Donohue has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Yale New Haven Hospital, York Street Campus,New Haven, CT

Ranked Cancer Surgery

Ranked in 3 Procedures

What is Dr. Donohue's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

Dr. Donohue's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093041287.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Donohue?

Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Donohue

What is Dr. Kenneth Donohue's specialty?

Dr. Donohue is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near New Haven, CT.

What does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon do?

An orthopaedic surgeon specializing in the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of all structures affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist. This specialist employs medical, surgical, and rehabilitative techniques to treat various conditions and injuries related to the upper extremity.

Is Dr. Kenneth Donohue affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Donohue is affiliated with Yale New Haven Hospital, York Street Campus which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

When to see an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.