Dr. Mathew Coker, M.D.
Contact & Location
479-521-2752
Fayetteville, AR 72703
Dr. Coker performs more knee replacement procedures than 6% of orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #71 of 76 ranked knee surgeons in Arkansas.
About Dr. Coker
Practice. Dr. Mathew Coker is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The latest annual CMS data records 12 hip replacements and 11 knee replacements, 23 procedures in all. That is #43 in Arkansas for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 15 procedures a year to 23, up 53%.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 12 procedures is below the national average of 36. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Fayetteville has 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 15 |
| 2014 | 17 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 22 |
| 2016 | 12 | 20 |
| 2017 | 0 | 22 |
| 2018 | 11 | 21 |
| 2019 | 0 | 20 |
| 2020 | 0 | 16 |
| 2021 | 16 | 12 |
| 2022 | 0 | 21 |
| 2023 | 0 | 16 |
| 2024 | 12 | 11 |
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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 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. Coker Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arkansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Coker's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 53% from 15 procedures in 2013 to 23 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Hip Replacement
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Nutrition and Recovery After Joint ReplacementHow protein intake, anti-inflammatory foods, hydration, and targeted supplements support bone healing and tissue repair after surgery.
Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Coker
How does Dr. Coker's procedure volume compare to other Arkansas surgeons?
Dr. Coker has performed 23 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Arkansas average is 66 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Coker ranks #67 out of 89 orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Coker perform?
Dr. Coker's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (12 cases) and knee replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Coker in Fayetteville?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Fayetteville 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 Arkansas surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Coker 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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Coker's total volume across all insurers at roughly 80 to 100 procedures against the 23 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. Coker's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Coker's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2013 to 23 in the most recent data, a 53% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 32 procedures in 2016.
Does Dr. Coker perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Coker's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (12 cases), knee replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Coker affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Coker is affiliated with Washington Regional Medical Center, Siloam Springs Regional Hospital, Northwest Medical Center.
How does Dr. Coker compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fayetteville?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Fayetteville, Dr. Coker ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Fayetteville has 351 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Coker practices?
Washington Regional Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Siloam Springs Regional Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Northwest Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Fayetteville, Arkansas
Dr. Coker's 23 Medicare procedures are below the Fayetteville average of 123. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fayetteville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Charles Hanby | 351 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathan Creech | 164 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Arnold | 128 | Knee |
| Dr. William Grammer | 100 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Yakin | 59 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Wesley Cox | 37 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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