Dr. Mathew Taylor, M.D, M.P.H.
Dr. Mathew Taylor is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Moscow, Idaho. A Medicare provider since 2015, Dr. Taylor has performed 31 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#29 in Idaho) and 17 hip replacements, for a combined total of 48 procedures.
In Idaho, Dr. Taylor performs below average in knee (31 vs 39 avg), below average in hip (17 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Taylor's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (31 cases) and hip replacements (17 cases).
Moscow is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Moscow area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Taylor also maintains hospital privileges in WA and ID, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Idaho.
Dr. Taylor first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Taylor's 31 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Taylor Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Idaho state average.
Contact & Location
Moscow, ID 83843
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Taylor has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. 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. Taylor
How does Dr. Taylor's procedure volume compare to other Idaho surgeons?
Dr. Taylor has performed 48 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Idaho average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Taylor ranks #30 out of 69 orthopedic surgeons in Idaho.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Taylor perform?
Dr. Taylor's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (31 cases) and hip replacement (17 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Taylor in Moscow?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Moscow 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 Idaho surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Taylor 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. Taylor's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 48 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Taylor perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Taylor's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (31 cases), hip replacement (17 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Taylor affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Taylor is affiliated with Pullman Regional Hospital, Gritman Medical Center, Syringa General Hospital. Dr. Taylor maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Taylor compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Moscow?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Moscow, Dr. Taylor ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Taylor is among the highest-volume surgeons in Moscow.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Taylor practices?
Pullman Regional Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Gritman Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Syringa General Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Moscow, Idaho
Dr. Taylor's 48 Medicare procedures are below the Moscow average of 61. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Moscow.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Marvin Kym | 112 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Edwin Tingstad | 23 | Knee |
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