Knee
Dr. Mathew Coker, M.D.
Dr. Mathew Coker is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fayetteville, Arkansas. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Coker has performed 16 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #65 in Arkansas.
In Arkansas, Dr. Coker performs below average in knee (16 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Coker's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 16 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.
Fayetteville is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Fayetteville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Coker's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 32 procedures in 2016 before settling at 16 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Coker's 16 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. Coker Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arkansas state average.
Contact & Location
Fayetteville, AR 72703
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Coker's recorded volume peaked at 32 procedures in 2016 and stood at 16 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. Coker
How does Dr. Coker's procedure volume compare to other Arkansas surgeons?
Dr. Coker has performed 16 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Arkansas average is 61 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Coker ranks #76 out of 89 orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Coker perform?
Dr. Coker's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 16 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Coker in Fayetteville?
Yes. There are 8 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 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. Coker's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 16 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Coker's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Coker's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 32 procedures in 2016 and was 16 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. Coker affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Coker is affiliated with Washington Regional Medical Center, Siloam Springs Regional Hospital.
How does Dr. Coker compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fayetteville?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Fayetteville, Dr. Coker ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Fayetteville has 349 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). 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 16 Medicare procedures are below the Fayetteville average of 108. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fayetteville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Charles Hanby | 349 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Arnold | 126 | Knee |
| Dr. Jonathan Creech | 108 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Yakin | 61 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Andrew Heinzelmann | 50 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Wesley Cox | 47 | Shoulder |
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