Dr. Matthew Lawless, MD
Contact & Location
937-312-1661
Dayton, OH 45459
Dr. Lawless performs more knee replacement procedures than 58% of orthopedic surgeons in Ohio, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #128 of 305 ranked knee surgeons in Ohio.
About Dr. Lawless
Dr. Matthew Lawless is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Dayton, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Lawless performed 35 Medicare-verified knee replacements in the latest annual CMS data, ranking #128 in Ohio.
In Ohio, Dr. Lawless performs near the state average in knee (35 vs 41).
Dr. Lawless's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 35 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Dayton is home to 20 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Dayton area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Lawless's Medicare record spans 12 years from 2013 through 2024. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 17 to 43 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Dr. Lawless's 35 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,612 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 36 |
| 2014 | 43 |
| 2015 | 33 |
| 2016 | 34 |
| 2017 | 34 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 24 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 39 |
| 2022 | 30 |
| 2023 | 37 |
| 2024 | 35 |
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. 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. Lawless Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lawless's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 17 to 43 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Lawless
How does Dr. Lawless's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Lawless has performed 35 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Ohio average is 59 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Lawless ranks #223 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lawless perform?
Dr. Lawless's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 35 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lawless in Dayton?
Yes. There are 20 orthopedic surgeons in Dayton 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. Lawless 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, which puts Dr. Lawless's total volume across all insurers at roughly 130 to 150 procedures against the 35 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. Lawless's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Lawless's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 17 to 43 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lawless affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lawless is affiliated with Miami Valley Hospital, Upper Valley Medical Center.
How does Dr. Lawless compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Dayton?
Among the 20 orthopedic surgeons in Dayton, Dr. Lawless ranks #13 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Dayton has 174 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lawless practices?
Miami Valley Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Upper Valley Medical Center (4 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Dayton, Ohio
Dr. Lawless's 35 Medicare procedures are below the Dayton average of 97. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Dayton.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ryan Bauman | 174 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Chad Weber | 106 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Thomas Cook | 93 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Matthew Romer | 92 | Knee |
| Dr. Antonio Manocchio | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Hess | 91 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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