Dr. Matthew Friederichs, MD
Contact & Location
West Fargo, ND 58078
Dr. Matthew Friederichs is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in West Fargo, North Dakota. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Friederichs has performed 75 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#5 in North Dakota) and 15 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 90 procedures.
In North Dakota, Dr. Friederichs performs above average in knee (75 vs 54 avg), below average in shoulder (15 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Friederichs's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 83% of reported Medicare volume.
Dr. Friederichs is the only orthopedic surgeon in West Fargo represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Friederichs extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 17 to 90 in the most recent data, a 429% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Friederichs's 75 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Friederichs Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Dakota state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Friederichs's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 429% from 17 procedures in 2013 to 90 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Friederichs
How does Dr. Friederichs's procedure volume compare to other North Dakota surgeons?
Dr. Friederichs has performed 90 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the North Dakota average of 81 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Friederichs ranks #13 out of 28 orthopedic surgeons in North Dakota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Friederichs perform?
Dr. Friederichs's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (75 cases) and shoulder replacement (15 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Friederichs with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Friederichs ranks #5 in North Dakota for knee replacement with 75 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 28 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Where is Dr. Friederichs's practice located?
Dr. Friederichs practices in West Fargo, North Dakota. The office is located at 350 23rd Ave E Ste 102, West Fargo, ND 58078. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Friederichs for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Friederichs 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. Friederichs's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 90 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Friederichs's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Friederichs's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 17 procedures in 2013 to 90 in the most recent data, a 429% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 90 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Friederichs perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Friederichs's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (75 cases), shoulder replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Friederichs affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Friederichs is affiliated with Sanford, Altru Hospital, Essentia Health Fargo.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Friederichs practices?
Sanford (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Altru Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Essentia Health Fargo (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.
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