Dr. Matthew McKenna, M.D.
Contact & Location
252-261-9940
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
Dr. McKenna performs more knee replacement procedures than 30% of orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #159 of 228 ranked knee surgeons in North Carolina.
About Dr. McKenna
Practice. Dr. Matthew McKenna is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. The latest annual CMS data records 21 knee replacements and 11 hip replacements, 32 procedures in all. That is #159 in North Carolina for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 8 years. Volume has held between 15 and 33 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 21 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Kill Devil Hills has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 33 |
| 2014 | 0 | 23 |
| 2015 | 0 | 15 |
| 2016 | 0 | 23 |
| 2017 | 0 | 21 |
| 2018 | 0 | 24 |
| 2019 | 0 | 17 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 11 | 21 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip 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. McKenna Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. McKenna's procedure volume has been consistent across 8 years of Medicare data, ranging from 15 to 33 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. McKenna
How does Dr. McKenna's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. McKenna has performed 32 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The North Carolina average is 61 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. McKenna ranks #184 out of 293 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. McKenna perform?
Dr. McKenna's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases) and hip replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. McKenna in Kill Devil Hills?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Kill Devil Hills 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. McKenna 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. McKenna's total volume across all insurers at roughly 110 to 140 procedures against the 32 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. McKenna's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. McKenna's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 8 years of Medicare data, ranging from 15 to 33 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. McKenna perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. McKenna's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. McKenna affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. McKenna is affiliated with The Outer Banks Hospital, Inc, Sentara Albemarle Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. McKenna practices?
The Outer Banks Hospital, Inc (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Sentara Albemarle Medical Center (3 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 Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina
Dr. McKenna's 32 Medicare procedures are below the Kill Devil Hills average of 34. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Kill Devil Hills.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Mann | 36 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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