Dr. Matthew Owen, MD
Contact & Location
205-934-3411
Birmingham, AL 35205
Madison, AL 35758
Huntsville, AL 35802
Decatur, AL 35603
Athens, AL 35613
Dr. Owen performs more knee replacement procedures than 2% of orthopedic surgeons in Alabama, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #110 of 113 ranked knee surgeons in Alabama.
About Dr. Owen
Dr. Matthew Owen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Birmingham, Alabama. A Medicare provider since 2013, Dr. Owen performed 11 Medicare-verified knee replacements in the latest annual CMS data, ranking #110 in Alabama.
In Alabama, Dr. Owen performs below the state average in knee (11 vs 32).
Dr. Owen's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 11 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.
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Owen holds additional credentials in Sports Medicine, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Birmingham is home to 29 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Birmingham area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Owen's Medicare data spans 4 years, beginning in 2021. Volume peaked at 51 procedures in 2023 before settling at 11 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Owen's 11 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,612 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 14 |
| 2022 | 19 | 15 |
| 2023 | 26 | 25 |
| 2024 | 11 | 0 |
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 23% to 28% for knee 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. Owen Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Alabama state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Owen's recorded volume peaked at 51 procedures in 2023 and stood at 11 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Owen
How does Dr. Owen's procedure volume compare to other Alabama surgeons?
Dr. Owen has performed 11 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Alabama average is 44 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Owen ranks #120 out of 126 orthopedic surgeons in Alabama.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Owen perform?
Dr. Owen's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Owen in Birmingham?
Yes. There are 29 orthopedic surgeons in Birmingham 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 Alabama surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Owen 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Owen's total volume across all insurers at roughly 40 to 50 procedures against the 11 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. Owen's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Owen's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 51 procedures in 2023 and was 11 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Owen affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Owen is affiliated with Crestwood Medical Center, Huntsville Hospital, Marshall Medical Centers South Campus.
How does Dr. Owen compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Birmingham?
Among the 29 orthopedic surgeons in Birmingham, Dr. Owen ranks #26 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Birmingham has 143 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Owen practices?
Crestwood Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Huntsville Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Marshall Medical Centers South Campus (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 Birmingham, Alabama
Dr. Owen's 11 Medicare procedures are below the Birmingham average of 83. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Birmingham.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kenneth Moore | 143 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Worthen | 118 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jeffrey Davis | 96 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Orr | 79 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Adkison | 71 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Billy McGough | 62 | Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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