Dr. Matthew Kraay, MD
Dr. Matthew Kraay is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Kraay has performed 11 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#310 in Ohio) and 11 hip replacements, for a combined total of 22 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Kraay performs below average in knee (11 vs 40 avg), below average in hip (11 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Kraay's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (11 cases) and hip replacements (11 cases).
Cleveland is home to 43 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Cleveland area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Kraay's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 197 procedures in 2013 before settling at 22 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Kraay's 11 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Kraay Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Cleveland, OH 44106
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kraay's recorded volume peaked at 197 procedures in 2013 and stood at 22 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Kraay
How does Dr. Kraay's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Kraay has performed 22 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Ohio average is 57 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Kraay ranks #282 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kraay perform?
Dr. Kraay's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (11 cases) and hip replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kraay in Cleveland?
Yes. There are 43 orthopedic surgeons in Cleveland 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. Kraay 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. Kraay's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 22 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Kraay's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Kraay's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 197 procedures in 2013 and was 22 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Kraay perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kraay's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (11 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Kraay compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cleveland?
Among the 43 orthopedic surgeons in Cleveland, Dr. Kraay ranks #34 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Cleveland has 214 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Cleveland, Ohio
Dr. Kraay's 22 Medicare procedures are below the Cleveland average of 139. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cleveland.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Bloomfield | 214 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Molloy | 175 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Trevor Murray | 167 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kim Stearns | 141 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Ricchetti | 135 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Steven Fitzgerald | 119 | Hip, Knee |
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