Dr. Matthew Miller, M.D.
Dr. Matthew Miller is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Stanford, California. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Miller has performed 95 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#47 in California) and 60 hip replacements, for a combined total of 155 procedures.
In California, Dr. Miller performs well above average in knee (95 vs 45 avg), above average in hip (60 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Miller's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (95 cases) and hip replacements (60 cases).
Stanford is home to 16 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Stanford area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Miller extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 74 to 155 in the most recent data, a 109% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Miller's 95 verified procedures is more than 2x 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. Miller Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Stanford, CA 94305
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Miller's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 109% from 74 procedures in 2013 to 155 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Miller
How does Dr. Miller's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Miller has performed 155 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Miller ranks #52 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Miller perform?
Dr. Miller's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (95 cases) and hip replacement (60 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Miller in Stanford?
Yes. There are 16 orthopedic surgeons in Stanford 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 California surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Miller 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. Miller's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 155 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Miller's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Miller's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 74 procedures in 2013 to 155 in the most recent data, a 109% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 182 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Miller perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Miller's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (95 cases), hip replacement (60 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Miller affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Miller is affiliated with El Camino Health, Stanford Health Care.
How does Dr. Miller compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Stanford?
Among the 16 orthopedic surgeons in Stanford, Dr. Miller ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Miller is among the highest-volume surgeons in Stanford.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Miller practices?
El Camino Health (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Stanford Health Care (5 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 Stanford, California
Dr. Miller's 155 Medicare procedures are above the Stanford average of 130. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Stanford.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Mayle | 262 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Huddleston | 129 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stuart Goodman | 112 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bradley Crow | 106 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Emilie Cheung | 73 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Derek Amanatullah | 71 | Hip, Knee |
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