Dr. Matthew Popa, MD
Dr. Matthew Popa is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Clayton, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Popa has performed 29 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#136 in North Carolina) and 29 hip replacements, for a combined total of 58 procedures.
In North Carolina, Dr. Popa performs below average in knee (29 vs 44 avg), near average in hip (29 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Popa's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (29 cases) and hip replacements (29 cases).
Clayton is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Clayton area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Popa extend back to 2013, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 34 to 58 in the most recent data, a 71% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Popa's 29 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
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. Popa Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Contact & Location
Clayton, NC 27520
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Popa's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 71% from 34 procedures in 2013 to 58 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. Popa
How does Dr. Popa's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Popa has performed 58 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the North Carolina average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Popa ranks #122 out of 294 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Popa perform?
Dr. Popa's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases) and hip replacement (29 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Popa in Clayton?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Clayton 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. Popa 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. Popa's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 58 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Popa's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Popa's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 34 procedures in 2013 to 58 in the most recent data, a 71% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 60 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Popa perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Popa's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases), hip replacement (29 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Popa affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Popa is affiliated with Johnston Health, North Carolina Specialty Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Popa practices?
Johnston Health (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); North Carolina Specialty Hospital (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 Clayton, North Carolina
Dr. Popa's 58 Medicare procedures are above the Clayton average of 37. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Clayton.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Karl Bowman | 15 | Knee |
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