Dr. Matthew Espenshade, D.O.
Dr. Matthew Espenshade is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Espenshade has completed 33 knee replacements (#155 in Pennsylvania), 25 hip replacements, and 23 shoulder replacements, totaling 81 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Espenshade performs below average in knee (33 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (25 vs 34 avg), below average in shoulder (23 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Espenshade performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (33 cases), followed by hip replacements (25) and shoulder replacements (23).
Harrisburg is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Harrisburg area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Espenshade extend back to 2016, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 18 to 81 in the most recent data, a 350% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Espenshade's 33 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 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. Espenshade Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Harrisburg, PA 17109
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Espenshade's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 350% from 18 procedures in 2016 to 81 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. Espenshade
How does Dr. Espenshade's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Espenshade has performed 81 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Pennsylvania average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Espenshade ranks #95 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Espenshade perform?
Dr. Espenshade performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (33 cases), hip replacement (25 cases), shoulder replacement (23 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Espenshade in Harrisburg?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Harrisburg 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 Pennsylvania surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Espenshade 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. Espenshade's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 81 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Espenshade's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Espenshade's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 18 procedures in 2016 to 81 in the most recent data, a 350% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 81 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Espenshade perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Espenshade's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (33 cases), hip replacement (25 cases), shoulder replacement (23 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Espenshade among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Espenshade affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Espenshade is affiliated with Fulton County Medical Center, Upmc Pinnacle Hospitals, Wellspan Chambersburg Hospital.
How does Dr. Espenshade compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Harrisburg?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Harrisburg, Dr. Espenshade ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Espenshade is among the highest-volume surgeons in Harrisburg.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Espenshade practices?
Fulton County Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars); Upmc Pinnacle Hospitals (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Wellspan Chambersburg Hospital (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 Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Dr. Espenshade's 81 Medicare procedures are above the Harrisburg average of 58. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Harrisburg.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Alex Shin | 124 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott King | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Kutz | 38 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Grandrimo | 30 | Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Ackerman | 18 | Knee |
| Dr. Lisa O'brien | 13 | Shoulder |
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