Knee
Dr. William Matarese, MD
Dr. William Matarese is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wayne, New Jersey. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Matarese has performed 39 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #63 in New Jersey.
In New Jersey, Dr. Matarese performs below average in knee (39 vs 53 avg).
Dr. Matarese's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 39 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.
Wayne is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Wayne area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Matarese extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 25 to 39 in the most recent data, a 56% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Matarese's 39 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Matarese Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Contact & Location
Wayne, NJ 07470
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Matarese's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 56% from 25 procedures in 2013 to 39 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. Matarese
How does Dr. Matarese's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Matarese has performed 39 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New Jersey average is 71 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Matarese ranks #94 out of 182 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Matarese perform?
Dr. Matarese's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 39 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Matarese in Wayne?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Wayne 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. Matarese 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. Matarese's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 39 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Matarese's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Matarese's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 25 procedures in 2013 to 39 in the most recent data, a 56% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 49 procedures in 2015.
Which hospitals is Dr. Matarese affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Matarese is affiliated with St Joseph'S University Medical Center Inc, Chilton Medical Center.
How does Dr. Matarese compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Wayne?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Wayne, Dr. Matarese ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Matarese is among the highest-volume surgeons in Wayne.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Matarese practices?
St Joseph'S University Medical Center Inc (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Chilton Medical Center (4 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 Wayne, New Jersey
Dr. Matarese's 39 Medicare procedures are above the Wayne average of 29. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Wayne.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Nader Fahimi | 52 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gary Drillings | 39 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Vincent McInerney | 33 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Craig Wright | 16 | Hip |
| Dr. Anthony Festa | 13 | Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Henderson | 11 | Knee |
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