Dr. Matthew Romer, M.D.
Contact & Location
937-298-4417
Dayton, OH 45420
About Dr. Romer
Dr. Matthew Romer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Dayton, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2016, Dr. Romer performed 92 Medicare-verified knee replacements in the latest annual CMS data, ranking #24 in Ohio.
In Ohio, Dr. Romer performs well above the state average in knee (92 vs 41).
Dr. Romer's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 92 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. Romer's Medicare data spans 4 years, beginning in 2021. Volume peaked at 167 procedures in 2022 before settling at 92 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Romer's 92 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 29 |
| 2022 | 50 | 117 |
| 2023 | 0 | 14 |
| 2024 | 0 | 92 |
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. Romer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Romer's recorded volume peaked at 167 procedures in 2022 and stood at 92 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Romer
How does Dr. Romer's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Romer has performed 92 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Ohio average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Romer ranks #74 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Romer perform?
Dr. Romer's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 92 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Romer 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. Romer 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. Romer's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 92 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Romer's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Romer's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 167 procedures in 2022 and was 92 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Romer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Romer is affiliated with Miami Valley Hospital, Kettering Health Dayton, Kettering Health Main Campus, Kettering Health Greene Memorial, Mercer County Joint Township Community Hospital.
How does Dr. Romer compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Dayton?
Among the 20 orthopedic surgeons in Dayton, Dr. Romer ranks #4 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. Romer practices?
Miami Valley Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Kettering Health Dayton (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Dayton, Ohio
Dr. Romer's 92 Medicare procedures are below the Dayton average of 104. 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. Antonio Manocchio | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Hess | 91 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Richard Forster | 82 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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