Dr. Matthew Zapf, MD, MSC
Contact & Location
Palm Springs, CA 92262
Dr. Matthew Zapf is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Palm Springs, California. A Medicare provider since 2014, Dr. Zapf has performed 15 Medicare-verified hip replacements, ranking #288 in California.
In California, Dr. Zapf performs below average in hip (15 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Zapf's Medicare data shows a focused hip replacement practice with 15 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.
Palm Springs is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Palm Springs area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Zapf extend back to 2018, covering 3 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 15 in the most recent data, a 25% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Zapf's 15 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Zapf Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Zapf's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 25% from 12 procedures in 2018 to 15 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Zapf
How does Dr. Zapf's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Zapf has performed 15 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The California average is 68 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Zapf ranks #519 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Zapf perform?
Dr. Zapf's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 15 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Zapf in Palm Springs?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Palm Springs 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. Zapf 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. Zapf's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 15 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Zapf's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Zapf's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2018 to 15 in the most recent data, a 25% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 15 procedures in 2024.
How does Dr. Zapf compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Palm Springs?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Palm Springs, Dr. Zapf ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Palm Springs has 155 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Palm Springs, California
Dr. Zapf's 15 Medicare procedures are below the Palm Springs average of 66. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Palm Springs.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Dustin Briggs | 155 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Savin | 86 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Louis Stabile | 52 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Bell | 22 | Knee |
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