Dr. Matthew Bernhard, M.D.
Contact & Location
419-289-1774
Ashland, OH 44805
Dr. Bernhard performs more knee replacement procedures than 90% of orthopedic surgeons in Ohio, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #28 of 305 ranked knee surgeons in Ohio.
About Dr. Bernhard
Practice. Dr. Matthew Bernhard is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Ashland, Ohio. The latest annual CMS data records 88 knee replacements, 57 hip replacements, and 30 shoulder replacements, 175 procedures in all. That is #28 in Ohio for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 141 procedures a year to 175, up 24%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 88 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Ashland has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 36 | 105 | 0 |
| 2014 | 40 | 98 | 0 |
| 2015 | 39 | 118 | 17 |
| 2016 | 56 | 156 | 17 |
| 2017 | 58 | 143 | 26 |
| 2018 | 49 | 160 | 32 |
| 2019 | 69 | 150 | 19 |
| 2020 | 54 | 112 | 21 |
| 2021 | 83 | 134 | 33 |
| 2022 | 73 | 128 | 37 |
| 2023 | 74 | 117 | 27 |
| 2024 | 57 | 88 | 30 |
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 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. Bernhard Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bernhard's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 24% from 141 procedures in 2013 to 175 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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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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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 175 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Ohio average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bernhard ranks #12 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bernhard perform?
Dr. Bernhard performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (88 cases), hip replacement (57 cases), shoulder replacement (30 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
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 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Bernhard's total volume across all insurers at roughly 570 to 710 procedures against the 175 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. Bernhard's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bernhard's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 141 procedures in 2013 to 175 in the most recent data, a 24% increase over 12 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 (88 cases), hip replacement (57 cases), shoulder replacement (30 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, University Hospitals Samaritan Medical Center, 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 175 Medicare procedures are above the Ashland average of 93. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Ashland.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Godfrey | 11 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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