Shoulder
Dr. Matthew Boylan, MD MPH
Dr. Matthew Boylan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Port Jefferson, New York. A Medicare provider since 2016, Dr. Boylan has performed 14 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #56 in New York.
In New York, Dr. Boylan performs below average in shoulder (14 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Boylan's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 14 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.
Port Jefferson is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Port Jefferson area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Boylan first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Boylan's 14 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 28 among 2,092 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Boylan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Contact & Location
Port Jefferson, NY 11777
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Boylan
How does Dr. Boylan's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Boylan has performed 14 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New York average is 67 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Boylan ranks #297 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Boylan perform?
Dr. Boylan's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 14 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Boylan in Port Jefferson?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Port Jefferson 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 York surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Boylan 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. Boylan's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 14 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Boylan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Boylan is affiliated with John T Mather Memorial Hospital Of Port Jefferson, St Charles Hospital, Stony Brook University Hospital.
How does Dr. Boylan compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Port Jefferson?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Port Jefferson, Dr. Boylan ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Port Jefferson has 184 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Boylan practices?
John T Mather Memorial Hospital Of Port Jefferson (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Charles Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Stony Brook University Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Port Jefferson, New York
Dr. Boylan's 14 Medicare procedures are below the Port Jefferson average of 63. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Port Jefferson.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brian McGinley | 184 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Fracchia | 87 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Savino | 15 | Knee |
| Dr. John Yu | 14 | Knee |
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