Dr. Matthew Barra, MD
Contact & Location
Miami, FL 33146
Dr. Matthew Barra is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Miami, Florida. Dr. Barra has performed 43 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#155 in Florida) and 37 hip replacements, for a combined total of 80 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Barra performs near average in knee (43 vs 48 avg), near average in hip (37 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Barra's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (43 cases) and hip replacements (37 cases).
Miami is home to 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Miami area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Barra first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Barra's 43 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Barra Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
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. Barra
How does Dr. Barra's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Barra has performed 80 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Barra ranks #162 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Barra perform?
Dr. Barra's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (43 cases) and hip replacement (37 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Barra in Miami?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Miami 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 Florida surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Barra 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. Barra's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 80 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Barra perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Barra's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (43 cases), hip replacement (37 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Barra affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Barra is affiliated with Newberry County Memorial Hospital. Dr. Barra maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Barra compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Miami?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Miami, Dr. Barra ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Miami has 234 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Barra practices?
Newberry County Memorial Hospital (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 Miami, Florida
Dr. Barra's 80 Medicare procedures are below the Miami average of 126. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Miami.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Alexander Van Der Ven | 234 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Yoav Zvi | 145 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charles Lawrie | 126 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Juan Suarez | 118 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Karim Sabeh | 99 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Victor Hernandez | 77 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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