Dr. Matthew Brand, MD
Contact & Location
Elmira, NY 14905
Dr. Matthew Brand is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Elmira, New York. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Brand has performed 31 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #124 in New York.
In New York, Dr. Brand performs below average in knee (31 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Brand's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 31 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.
Dr. Brand is the only orthopedic surgeon in Elmira represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area. Dr. Brand also maintains hospital privileges in NY and PA, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond New York.
Medicare records for Dr. Brand extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 19 to 31 in the most recent data, a 63% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Brand's 31 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Brand Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Brand's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 63% from 19 procedures in 2013 to 31 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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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full knee replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Brand
How does Dr. Brand's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Brand has performed 31 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New York average is 69 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Brand ranks #223 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Brand perform?
Dr. Brand's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 31 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Brand's practice located?
Dr. Brand practices in Elmira, New York. The office is located at 300 Hoffman St, Elmira, NY 14905. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Brand for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Brand 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. Brand's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 31 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Brand's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Brand's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 19 procedures in 2013 to 31 in the most recent data, a 63% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 37 procedures in 2022.
Which hospitals is Dr. Brand affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Brand is affiliated with Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Robert Packer Hospital. Dr. Brand maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Brand practices?
Arnot Ogden Medical Center (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Robert Packer Hospital (2 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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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