Dr. Matthew Simons, M.D.
Contact & Location
559-256-5396
Fresno, CA 93720
Dr. Simons performs more knee replacement procedures than 97% of orthopedic surgeons in California, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #11 of 491 ranked knee surgeons in California.
About Dr. Simons
Practice. Dr. Matthew Simons is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fresno, California. The latest annual CMS data records 182 knee replacements and 56 hip replacements, 238 procedures in all. That is #11 in California for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2009.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2016 to 2024, 9 years. Volume rose from 63 procedures a year to 238, up 278%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 182 procedures is more than 4x the national average of 45. That is #86 nationally.
Local context. Fresno 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 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 25 | 38 |
| 2017 | 31 | 53 |
| 2018 | 38 | 81 |
| 2019 | 37 | 124 |
| 2020 | 40 | 109 |
| 2021 | 45 | 131 |
| 2022 | 58 | 172 |
| 2023 | 53 | 172 |
| 2024 | 56 | 182 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Simons Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Simons's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 278% from 63 procedures in 2016 to 238 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 Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Simons
How does Dr. Simons's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Simons has performed 238 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the California average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Simons ranks #21 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Simons perform?
Dr. Simons's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (182 cases) and hip replacement (56 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Simons with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Simons ranks #11 in California for knee replacement with 182 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 613 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Simons in Fresno?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Fresno 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. Simons 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Simons's total volume across all insurers at roughly 820 to 1,020 procedures against the 238 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. Simons's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Simons's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 63 procedures in 2016 to 238 in the most recent data, a 278% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 238 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Simons perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Simons's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (182 cases), hip replacement (56 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Simons affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Simons is affiliated with Fresno Surgical Hospital, Saint Agnes Medical Center, Kaweah Health Medical Center.
How does Dr. Simons compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fresno?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Fresno, Dr. Simons ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Simons is among the highest-volume surgeons in Fresno.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Simons practices?
Fresno Surgical Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Saint Agnes Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Kaweah Health Medical Center (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 Fresno, California
Dr. Simons's 238 Medicare procedures are above the Fresno average of 180. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fresno.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Henry Dunn | 242 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paramjeet Gill | 221 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Glezos | 199 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Knedel | 141 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michele Schulz | 120 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Julia Lee | 96 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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