Dr. Matthew Varacallo, MD
Contact & Location
Du Bois, PA 15801
Dr. Matthew Varacallo is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Du Bois, Pennsylvania. A Medicare provider since 2013, Dr. Varacallo has performed 52 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #89 in Pennsylvania.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Varacallo performs near average in knee (52 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Varacallo's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 52 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.
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Varacallo holds additional credentials in Sports Medicine, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Dr. Varacallo is the only orthopedic surgeon in Du Bois represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Varacallo extend back to 2020, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 22 to 52 in the most recent data, a 136% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Varacallo's 52 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Varacallo Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Varacallo's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 136% from 22 procedures in 2020 to 52 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. Varacallo
How does Dr. Varacallo's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Varacallo has performed 52 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Pennsylvania average is 66 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Varacallo ranks #168 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Varacallo perform?
Dr. Varacallo's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 52 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Varacallo's practice located?
Dr. Varacallo practices in Du Bois, Pennsylvania. The office is located at 145 Hospital Ave Ste 311, Du Bois, PA 15801. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Varacallo for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Varacallo 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. Varacallo's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 52 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Varacallo's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Varacallo's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 22 procedures in 2020 to 52 in the most recent data, a 136% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 67 procedures in 2021.
Which hospitals is Dr. Varacallo affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Varacallo is affiliated with Penn Highlands Dubois, Penn Highlands Brookville, Penn Highlands Elk.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Varacallo practices?
Penn Highlands Dubois (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Penn Highlands Elk (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.
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