Dr. Matthew Luckett, M.D.
Contact & Location
Lexington, KY 40536
Dr. Matthew Luckett is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lexington, Kentucky. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Luckett has performed 55 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#22 in Kentucky) and 25 hip replacements, for a combined total of 80 procedures.
In Kentucky, Dr. Luckett performs above average in knee (55 vs 42 avg), below average in hip (25 vs 35 avg).
Dr. Luckett's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (55 cases) and hip replacements (25 cases).
Lexington is home to 22 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lexington area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Luckett extend back to 2015, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 32 to 80 in the most recent data, a 150% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Luckett's 55 verified procedures is above 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. Luckett Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kentucky state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Luckett's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 150% from 32 procedures in 2015 to 80 in the most recent data.
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. Luckett
How does Dr. Luckett's procedure volume compare to other Kentucky surgeons?
Dr. Luckett has performed 80 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Kentucky average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Luckett ranks #28 out of 128 orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Luckett perform?
Dr. Luckett's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (55 cases) and hip replacement (25 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Luckett in Lexington?
Yes. There are 22 orthopedic surgeons in Lexington 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 Kentucky surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Luckett 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. Luckett's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 80 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Luckett's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Luckett's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 32 procedures in 2015 to 80 in the most recent data, a 150% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 80 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Luckett perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Luckett's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (55 cases), hip replacement (25 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Luckett affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Luckett is affiliated with Baptist Health Lexington.
How does Dr. Luckett compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lexington?
Among the 22 orthopedic surgeons in Lexington, Dr. Luckett ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Lexington has 253 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Luckett practices?
Baptist Health Lexington (4 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 Lexington, Kentucky
Dr. Luckett's 80 Medicare procedures are below the Lexington average of 133. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lexington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christian Christensen | 253 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tharun Karthikeyan | 205 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Denehy | 135 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Selby | 89 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wallace Huff | 89 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Donegan | 82 | Shoulder |
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