Dr. Matthew Miller, MD
Dr. Matthew Miller is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Tupelo, Mississippi. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Miller has performed 129 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#8 in Mississippi) and 102 hip replacements, for a combined total of 231 procedures.
In Mississippi, Dr. Miller performs well above average in knee (129 vs 63 avg), well above average in hip (102 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Miller's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (129 cases) and hip replacements (102 cases).
Tupelo is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Tupelo area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Miller extend back to 2017, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 69 to 231 in the most recent data, a 235% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Miller's 129 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
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. Miller Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Mississippi state average.
Contact & Location
Tupelo, MS 38801
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Miller's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 235% from 69 procedures in 2017 to 231 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. Miller
How does Dr. Miller's procedure volume compare to other Mississippi surgeons?
Dr. Miller has performed 231 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Mississippi average of 70 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Miller ranks #4 out of 80 orthopedic surgeons in Mississippi.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Miller perform?
Dr. Miller's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (129 cases) and hip replacement (102 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Miller with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Miller ranks #8 in Mississippi for knee replacement with 129 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 80 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Miller in Tupelo?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Tupelo 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 Mississippi surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Miller 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. Miller's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 231 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Miller's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Miller's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 69 procedures in 2017 to 231 in the most recent data, a 235% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 231 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Miller perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Miller's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (129 cases), hip replacement (102 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Miller affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Miller is affiliated with North Mississippi Medical Center, Magnolia Regional Health Center, Och Regional Medical Center, North Mississippi Medical Center-Gilmore Amory, Baptist Memorial Hospital Booneville.
How does Dr. Miller compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Tupelo?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Tupelo, Dr. Miller ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Miller is among the highest-volume surgeons in Tupelo.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Miller practices?
North Mississippi Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Magnolia Regional Health Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Och Regional Medical Center (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 Tupelo, Mississippi
Dr. Miller's 231 Medicare procedures are above the Tupelo average of 112. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Tupelo.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Rowland Roberson | 334 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeb Williams | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Rainey | 57 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Taylor Mathis | 23 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Gabriel Rulewicz | 17 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Bryan Fagan | 15 | Shoulder |
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