Dr. Matthew Levy, M.D.
Contact & Location
Solon, OH 44139
Dr. Matthew Levy is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Solon, Ohio. Dr. Levy has performed 15 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #256 in Ohio.
In Ohio, Dr. Levy performs below average in knee (15 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Levy's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 15 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.
Dr. Levy is the only orthopedic surgeon in Solon represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area. Dr. Levy also maintains hospital privileges in OH and NC, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Ohio.
Medicare records for Dr. Levy extend back to 2013, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 15 in the most recent data, a 25% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Levy's 15 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Levy Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Levy's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 25% from 12 procedures in 2013 to 15 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. Levy
How does Dr. Levy's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Levy has performed 15 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. Levy ranks #317 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Levy perform?
Dr. Levy's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 15 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Levy's practice located?
Dr. Levy practices in Solon, Ohio. The office is located at 33001 Solon Road, Solon, OH 44139. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Levy for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Levy 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. Levy's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 15 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Levy's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Levy's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2013 to 15 in the most recent data, a 25% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 20 procedures in 2019.
Which hospitals is Dr. Levy affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Levy is affiliated with Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center, Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center, Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center, Novant Health Thomasville Medical Center. Dr. Levy maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Levy practices?
Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
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