Dr. Matthew Christie, MD
Dr. Matthew Christie is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Christie has performed 27 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#57 in Tennessee) and 25 knee replacements, for a combined total of 52 procedures.
In Tennessee, Dr. Christie performs below average in hip (27 vs 36 avg), below average in knee (25 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Christie's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (27 cases) and knee replacements (25 cases).
Nashville is home to 35 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Nashville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Christie extend back to 2021, covering 3 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 15 to 52 in the most recent data, a 247% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Christie's 27 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 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. Christie Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Contact & Location
Nashville, TN 37203
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Christie's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 247% from 15 procedures in 2021 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Christie
How does Dr. Christie's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Christie has performed 52 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Tennessee average of 64 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Christie ranks #97 out of 214 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Christie perform?
Dr. Christie's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (27 cases) and knee replacement (25 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Christie in Nashville?
Yes. There are 35 orthopedic surgeons in Nashville 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 Tennessee surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Christie 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. Christie's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 52 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Christie's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Christie's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2021 to 52 in the most recent data, a 247% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 52 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Christie perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Christie's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (27 cases), knee replacement (25 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Christie affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Christie is affiliated with Tristar Centennial Medical Center, Tristar Horizon Medical Center.
How does Dr. Christie compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Nashville?
Among the 35 orthopedic surgeons in Nashville, Dr. Christie ranks #20 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Nashville has 238 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Christie practices?
Tristar Centennial Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Tristar Horizon Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Nashville, Tennessee
Dr. Christie's 52 Medicare procedures are below the Nashville average of 155. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Nashville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Deboer | 238 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Hodrick | 190 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jefferson Morrison | 165 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Gregory Raab | 151 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Shell | 147 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Philip Karpos | 142 | Hip, Knee |
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