Dr. Matthew Garberina, M.D.
Contact & Location
908-273-4300
Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
Dr. Garberina performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 85% of orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #6 of 41 ranked shoulder surgeons in New Jersey.
About Dr. Garberina
Dr. Matthew Garberina is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Garberina performed 49 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements in the latest annual CMS data, ranking #6 in New Jersey.
In New Jersey, Dr. Garberina performs above the state average in shoulder (49 vs 29).
Dr. Garberina's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 49 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.
Berkeley Heights is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Berkeley Heights area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Garberina extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 19 to 49 in the most recent data, a 158% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Garberina's 49 verified procedures is above the national average of 29.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 19 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2015 | 23 |
| 2016 | 32 |
| 2017 | 29 |
| 2018 | 39 |
| 2019 | 29 |
| 2020 | 29 |
| 2021 | 37 |
| 2022 | 57 |
| 2023 | 40 |
| 2024 | 49 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Garberina Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Garberina's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 158% from 19 procedures in 2013 to 49 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 Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Garberina
How does Dr. Garberina's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Garberina has performed 49 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New Jersey average is 72 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Garberina ranks #80 out of 184 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Garberina perform?
Dr. Garberina's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 49 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Garberina with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Garberina ranks #6 in New Jersey for shoulder replacement with 49 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 184 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Garberina in Berkeley Heights?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Berkeley Heights 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 New Jersey surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Garberina 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Garberina's total volume across all insurers at roughly 130 to 170 procedures against the 49 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. Garberina's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Garberina's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 19 procedures in 2013 to 49 in the most recent data, a 158% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 57 procedures in 2022.
Which hospitals is Dr. Garberina affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Garberina is affiliated with Overlook Medical Center, St Joseph'S University Medical Center Inc, Morristown Medical Center.
How does Dr. Garberina compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Berkeley Heights?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Berkeley Heights, Dr. Garberina ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Garberina is among the highest-volume surgeons in Berkeley Heights.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Garberina practices?
Overlook Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Joseph'S University Medical Center Inc (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Morristown Medical Center (5 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey
Dr. Garberina's 49 Medicare procedures are below the Berkeley Heights average of 59. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Berkeley Heights.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jordan Werner | 107 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Cohn | 22 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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