Dr. Matthew Gullickson, MD
Contact & Location
704-323-2000
Matthews, NC 28105
Dr. Gullickson performs more knee replacement procedures than 74% of orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #58 of 228 ranked knee surgeons in North Carolina.
About Dr. Gullickson
Dr. Matthew Gullickson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Matthews, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Gullickson performed 56 Medicare-verified knee replacements in the latest annual CMS data, ranking #58 in North Carolina.
In North Carolina, Dr. Gullickson performs above the state average in knee (56 vs 44).
Dr. Gullickson's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 56 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Matthews is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Matthews area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Gullickson extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 15 to 56 in the most recent data, a 273% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Gullickson's 56 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 15 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 17 |
| 2015 | 19 | 0 |
| 2016 | 11 | 25 |
| 2017 | 0 | 19 |
| 2018 | 0 | 16 |
| 2019 | 0 | 16 |
| 2020 | 12 | 17 |
| 2021 | 0 | 32 |
| 2022 | 16 | 43 |
| 2023 | 17 | 47 |
| 2024 | 0 | 56 |
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. Gullickson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gullickson's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 273% from 15 procedures in 2013 to 56 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. Gullickson
How does Dr. Gullickson's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Gullickson has performed 56 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the North Carolina average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Gullickson ranks #109 out of 293 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gullickson perform?
Dr. Gullickson's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 56 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gullickson in Matthews?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Matthews 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 North Carolina surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Gullickson 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. Gullickson's total volume across all insurers at roughly 200 to 240 procedures against the 56 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. Gullickson's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Gullickson's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2013 to 56 in the most recent data, a 273% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 64 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gullickson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gullickson is affiliated with Novant Health Matthews Medical Center, Atrium Health Pineville, Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Gullickson practices?
Novant Health Matthews Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Atrium Health Pineville (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Matthews, North Carolina
Dr. Gullickson's 56 Medicare procedures are above the Matthews average of 37. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Matthews.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jason Silva | 18 | Shoulder |
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