Dr. Matthew Nadaud, M.D.
Contact & Location
865-558-4400
Knoxville, TN 37909
Dr. Nadaud performs more hip replacement procedures than 98% of orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #2 of 119 ranked hip surgeons in Tennessee.
About Dr. Nadaud
Practice. Dr. Matthew Nadaud is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Knoxville, Tennessee. The latest annual CMS data records 106 hip replacements and 67 knee replacements, 173 procedures in all. That is #2 in Tennessee for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 152 and 226 procedures a year.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 106 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 36. That is #127 nationally.
Local context. Knoxville has 32 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 90 | 92 |
| 2014 | 75 | 106 |
| 2015 | 94 | 107 |
| 2016 | 70 | 82 |
| 2017 | 76 | 91 |
| 2018 | 110 | 91 |
| 2019 | 127 | 89 |
| 2020 | 111 | 82 |
| 2021 | 133 | 93 |
| 2022 | 112 | 69 |
| 2023 | 108 | 86 |
| 2024 | 106 | 67 |
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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee 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. Nadaud Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Nadaud's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 152 to 226 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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 Hip Replacement
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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Nadaud
How does Dr. Nadaud's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Nadaud has performed 173 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Tennessee average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Nadaud ranks #10 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Nadaud perform?
Dr. Nadaud's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (106 cases) and knee replacement (67 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Nadaud with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Nadaud ranks #2 in Tennessee for hip replacement with 106 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 219 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Nadaud in Knoxville?
Yes. There are 32 orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville 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. Nadaud 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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Nadaud's total volume across all insurers at roughly 560 to 720 procedures against the 173 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. Nadaud's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Nadaud's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 152 to 226 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Nadaud perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Nadaud's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (106 cases), knee replacement (67 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Nadaud affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Nadaud is affiliated with Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center, University Of Tn Medical Center (The), Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center, Blount Memorial Hospital, Roane Medical Center.
How does Dr. Nadaud compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville?
Among the 32 orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville, Dr. Nadaud ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Nadaud is among the highest-volume surgeons in Knoxville.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Nadaud practices?
Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); University Of Tn Medical Center (The) (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center (3 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 Knoxville, Tennessee
Dr. Nadaud's 173 Medicare procedures are below the Knoxville average of 187. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Knoxville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Herman Botero | 386 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Conrad Ivie | 183 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Sherrell | 156 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Harold Cates | 145 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Dilworth | 141 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Yau | 122 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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