Dr. Matt Mathew, M.D.
Contact & Location
678-766-8999
Covington, GA 30014
About Dr. Mathew
Dr. Matt Mathew is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Covington, Georgia. A Medicare provider since 2016, Dr. Mathew performed 30 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#98 in Georgia) and 13 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 43 procedures.
In Georgia, Dr. Mathew performs below the state average in knee (30 vs 40), below the state average in hip (13 vs 33).
Dr. Mathew's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (30 cases) and hip replacements (13 cases).
Covington is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Covington area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Mathew first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Mathew's 30 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. Mathew Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Mathew has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Mathew
How does Dr. Mathew's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Mathew has performed 43 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Georgia average is 55 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Mathew ranks #110 out of 245 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Mathew perform?
Dr. Mathew's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Mathew in Covington?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Covington 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 Georgia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Mathew 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. Mathew's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 43 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Mathew perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Mathew's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Mathew affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Mathew is affiliated with Piedmont Newton Hospital, Piedmont Rockdale Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Mathew practices?
Piedmont Newton Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Piedmont Rockdale Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Covington, Georgia
Dr. Mathew's 43 Medicare procedures are above the Covington average of 31. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Covington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Chealon Miller | 18 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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