Dr. Matthew Melander, D.O.
Contact & Location
636-561-5030
O Fallon, MO 63368
Dr. Melander performs more knee replacement procedures than 19% of orthopedic surgeons in Missouri, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #133 of 166 ranked knee surgeons in Missouri.
About Dr. Melander
Practice. Dr. Matthew Melander is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in O Fallon, Missouri. The latest annual CMS data records 18 knee replacements. That is #133 in Missouri for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2019 to 2024, 4 years. Volume rose from 15 procedures a year to 18, up 20%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 18 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. O Fallon has 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Melander also holds hospital privileges in MO and IL, a practice that extends beyond Missouri.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 19 |
| 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 18 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Melander Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Melander's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 20% from 15 procedures in 2019 to 18 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. Melander
How does Dr. Melander's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Melander has performed 18 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Missouri average is 59 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Melander ranks #174 out of 204 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Melander perform?
Dr. Melander's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 18 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Melander in O Fallon?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in O Fallon 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 Missouri surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Melander represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Melander's total volume across all insurers at roughly 60 to 80 procedures against the 18 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Melander's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Melander's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2019 to 18 in the most recent data, a 20% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 20 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Melander affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Melander is affiliated with Pike County Memorial Hospital, Blessing Hospital. Dr. Melander maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Melander compare to other orthopedic surgeons in O Fallon?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in O Fallon, Dr. Melander ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in O Fallon has 81 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Melander practices?
Blessing Hospital (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 O Fallon, Missouri
Dr. Melander's 18 Medicare procedures are below the O Fallon average of 43. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in O Fallon.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Sciortino | 81 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Anthony Berni | 80 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Quigley | 34 | Knee |
| Dr. Christine Piper | 22 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Nicholas Wilson | 21 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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