Dr. Matthew Sweet, MD
Contact & Location
Fort Myers, FL 33907
Dr. Matthew Sweet is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fort Myers, Florida. Dr. Sweet has performed 26 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#252 in Florida) and 21 hip replacements, for a combined total of 47 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Sweet performs below average in knee (26 vs 48 avg), below average in hip (21 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Sweet's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (26 cases) and hip replacements (21 cases).
Fort Myers is home to 23 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Fort Myers area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Sweet first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Sweet's 26 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 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. Sweet 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. Sweet
How does Dr. Sweet's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Sweet has performed 47 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Florida average is 72 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Sweet ranks #273 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sweet perform?
Dr. Sweet's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (26 cases) and hip replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sweet in Fort Myers?
Yes. There are 23 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Myers 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. Sweet 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. Sweet's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 47 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Sweet perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sweet's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (26 cases), hip replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sweet affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sweet is affiliated with Lee Memorial Hospital, Cape Coral Hospital, Physicians Regional Medical Center - Pine Ridge.
How does Dr. Sweet compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fort Myers?
Among the 23 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Myers, Dr. Sweet ranks #14 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Fort Myers has 378 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sweet practices?
Lee Memorial Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Cape Coral Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Physicians Regional Medical Center - Pine Ridge (1 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 Fort Myers, Florida
Dr. Sweet's 47 Medicare procedures are below the Fort Myers average of 158. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fort Myers.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Edward Humbert | 378 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. William Stone | 179 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Eichten | 169 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Ronald Gardner | 127 | Knee |
| Dr. John Mehalik | 110 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Jugan | 94 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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