Dr. Matthew Johansen, M.D.
Contact & Location
513-354-3700
Cincinnati, OH 45247
Dr. Johansen performs more knee replacement procedures than 86% of orthopedic surgeons in Ohio, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #42 of 305 ranked knee surgeons in Ohio.
About Dr. Johansen
Practice. Dr. Matthew Johansen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cincinnati, Ohio. The latest annual CMS data records 74 knee replacements and 68 hip replacements, 142 procedures in all. That is #42 in Ohio for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2010.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2015 to 2024, 10 years. Volume rose from 43 procedures a year to 142, up 230%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 74 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Cincinnati has 41 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Johansen also holds hospital privileges in OH and IN, a practice that extends beyond Ohio.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 17 | 26 |
| 2016 | 49 | 35 |
| 2017 | 51 | 60 |
| 2018 | 63 | 76 |
| 2019 | 74 | 79 |
| 2020 | 68 | 71 |
| 2021 | 80 | 82 |
| 2022 | 66 | 72 |
| 2023 | 72 | 62 |
| 2024 | 68 | 74 |
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. 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. Johansen Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Johansen's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 230% from 43 procedures in 2015 to 142 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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Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Johansen
How does Dr. Johansen's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Johansen has performed 142 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Ohio average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Johansen ranks #27 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Johansen perform?
Dr. Johansen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (74 cases) and hip replacement (68 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Johansen in Cincinnati?
Yes. There are 41 orthopedic surgeons in Cincinnati 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. Johansen 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, which puts Dr. Johansen's total volume across all insurers at roughly 470 to 590 procedures against the 142 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. Johansen's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Johansen's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 43 procedures in 2015 to 142 in the most recent data, a 230% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 162 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Johansen perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Johansen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (74 cases), hip replacement (68 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Johansen affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Johansen is affiliated with Christ Hospital, Mercy Health - West Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital, Margaret Mary Health, Bethesda North. Dr. Johansen maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Johansen compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cincinnati?
Among the 41 orthopedic surgeons in Cincinnati, Dr. Johansen ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Cincinnati has 264 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Johansen practices?
Christ Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mercy Health - West Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Good Samaritan Hospital (3 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Cincinnati, Ohio
Dr. Johansen's 142 Medicare procedures are below the Cincinnati average of 166. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cincinnati.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Swank | 264 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathon Spanyer | 161 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Kirk | 151 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Haleem Chaudhary | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Suresh Nayak | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jacob Gunzenhaeuser | 142 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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