Dr. Matthew Heckler, DO
Contact & Location
937-428-0400
Centerville, OH 45459
About Dr. Heckler
Dr. Matthew Heckler is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Centerville, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Heckler performed 66 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#56 in Ohio) and 29 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 95 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Heckler performs above the state average in knee (66 vs 41), near the state average in hip (29 vs 32).
Dr. Heckler's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (66 cases) and hip replacements (29 cases).
Dr. Heckler is the only orthopedic surgeon in Centerville represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Heckler extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 39 to 95 in the most recent data, a 144% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Heckler's 66 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 39 |
| 2014 | 14 | 45 |
| 2015 | 0 | 40 |
| 2016 | 26 | 55 |
| 2017 | 25 | 63 |
| 2018 | 26 | 73 |
| 2019 | 20 | 65 |
| 2020 | 0 | 34 |
| 2021 | 32 | 46 |
| 2022 | 34 | 53 |
| 2023 | 31 | 83 |
| 2024 | 29 | 66 |
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. Heckler Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Heckler's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 144% from 39 procedures in 2013 to 95 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. Heckler
How does Dr. Heckler's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Heckler has performed 95 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Ohio average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Heckler ranks #67 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Heckler perform?
Dr. Heckler's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (66 cases) and hip replacement (29 cases).
Where is Dr. Heckler's practice located?
Dr. Heckler practices in Centerville, Ohio. The office is located at 7677 Yankee St, Centerville, OH 45459. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Heckler for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Heckler 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. Heckler's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 95 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Heckler's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Heckler's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 39 procedures in 2013 to 95 in the most recent data, a 144% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 114 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Heckler perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Heckler's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (66 cases), hip replacement (29 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Heckler affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Heckler is affiliated with Kettering Health Dayton, Wilson Memorial Hospital, Kettering Health Main Campus, Kettering Health Troy.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Heckler practices?
Kettering Health Dayton (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Wilson Memorial Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Kettering Health Main Campus (3 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.
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