Dr. Matthew Espenshade, D.O.
Contact & Location
717-652-9555
Harrisburg, PA 17109
Mc Connellsburg, PA 17233
Dr. Espenshade performs more knee replacement procedures than 52% of orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #145 of 308 ranked knee surgeons in Pennsylvania.
About Dr. Espenshade
Practice. Dr. Matthew Espenshade is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The latest annual CMS data records 35 knee replacements, 27 hip replacements, and 17 shoulder replacements, 79 procedures in all. That is #145 in Pennsylvania for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2016 to 2024, 9 years. Volume rose from 18 procedures a year to 79, up 339%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 35 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Harrisburg has 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 18 | 0 |
| 2017 | 13 | 23 | 0 |
| 2018 | 13 | 33 | 0 |
| 2019 | 18 | 28 | 0 |
| 2020 | 12 | 19 | 12 |
| 2021 | 14 | 34 | 11 |
| 2022 | 14 | 31 | 17 |
| 2023 | 25 | 33 | 23 |
| 2024 | 27 | 35 | 17 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Espenshade Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Espenshade's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 339% from 18 procedures in 2016 to 79 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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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 79 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Pennsylvania average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Espenshade ranks #99 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Espenshade perform?
Dr. Espenshade performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (35 cases), hip replacement (27 cases), shoulder replacement (17 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 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Espenshade's total volume across all insurers at roughly 250 to 320 procedures against the 79 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. Espenshade's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Espenshade's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 18 procedures in 2016 to 79 in the most recent data, a 339% increase over 9 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 (35 cases), hip replacement (27 cases), shoulder replacement (17 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, Upmc Carlisle, Upmc Memorial.
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 79 Medicare procedures are above the Harrisburg average of 77. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Harrisburg.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Alex Shin | 169 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott King | 124 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Kutz | 63 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Ackerman | 45 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. John Grandrimo | 35 | Knee |
| Dr. Lisa O'brien | 24 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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