Dr. Matthew Wendt, M.D.
Contact & Location
803-328-6306
Fort Mill, SC 29715
Dr. Wendt performs more knee replacement procedures than 61% of orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #46 of 120 ranked knee surgeons in South Carolina.
About Dr. Wendt
Practice. Dr. Matthew Wendt is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fort Mill, South Carolina. The latest annual CMS data records 57 knee replacements, 31 hip replacements, and 15 shoulder replacements, 103 procedures in all. That is #46 in South Carolina for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2022 to 2024, 3 years. Volume rose from 36 procedures a year to 103, up 186%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 57 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Fort Mill has 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Wendt also holds hospital privileges in SC and NC, a practice that extends beyond South Carolina.
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 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 17 | 19 | 0 |
| 2023 | 23 | 33 | 0 |
| 2024 | 31 | 57 | 15 |
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. Wendt Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wendt's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 186% from 36 procedures in 2022 to 103 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. Wendt
How does Dr. Wendt's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Wendt has performed 103 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the South Carolina average of 76 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Wendt ranks #39 out of 158 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wendt perform?
Dr. Wendt performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (57 cases), hip replacement (31 cases), shoulder replacement (15 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Wendt in Fort Mill?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Mill 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 South Carolina surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Wendt 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. Wendt's total volume across all insurers at roughly 340 to 420 procedures against the 103 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. Wendt's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Wendt's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 36 procedures in 2022 to 103 in the most recent data, a 186% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 103 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Wendt perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Wendt's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (57 cases), hip replacement (31 cases), shoulder replacement (15 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Wendt among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wendt affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Wendt is affiliated with Piedmont Medical Center, Novant Health Ballantyne Medical Center, Musc Health Lancaster Medical Center. Dr. Wendt maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Wendt compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fort Mill?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Mill, Dr. Wendt ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Wendt has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Wendt practices?
Piedmont Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Novant Health Ballantyne Medical Center (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Musc Health Lancaster Medical Center (2 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 Fort Mill, South Carolina
Dr. Wendt's 103 Medicare procedures are above the Fort Mill average of 72. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fort Mill.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Edward Brown | 66 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Barrett Little | 48 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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