Dr. Matthew Bernhard, M.D.
Dr. Matthew Bernhard is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Ashland, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Bernhard has completed 117 knee replacements (#8 in Ohio), 74 hip replacements, and 27 shoulder replacements, totaling 218 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Bernhard performs well above average in knee (117 vs 40 avg), well above average in hip (74 vs 31 avg), near average in shoulder (27 vs 27 avg).
Dr. Bernhard performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (117 cases), followed by hip replacements (74) and shoulder replacements (27).
Ashland is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Ashland area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Bernhard extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 141 to 218 in the most recent data, a 55% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Bernhard's 117 verified procedures is more than 2x 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. Bernhard Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Ashland, OH 44805
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bernhard's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 55% from 141 procedures in 2013 to 218 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. Bernhard
How does Dr. Bernhard's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Bernhard has performed 218 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Ohio average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bernhard ranks #4 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bernhard perform?
Dr. Bernhard performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (117 cases), hip replacement (74 cases), shoulder replacement (27 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Bernhard with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Bernhard ranks #8 in Ohio for knee replacement with 117 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 378 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bernhard in Ashland?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Ashland 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 Ohio surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Bernhard 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. Bernhard's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 218 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Bernhard's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bernhard's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 141 procedures in 2013 to 218 in the most recent data, a 55% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 250 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Bernhard perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bernhard's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (117 cases), hip replacement (74 cases), shoulder replacement (27 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Bernhard among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bernhard affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bernhard is affiliated with Ohiohealth Mansfield Hospital, Ohiohealth Shelby Hospital, Galion Community Hospital, Riverside Methodist Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bernhard practices?
Ohiohealth Mansfield Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Ohiohealth Shelby Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Galion Community Hospital (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 Ashland, Ohio
Dr. Bernhard's 218 Medicare procedures are above the Ashland average of 117. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Ashland.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Godfrey | 15 | Knee |
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