Dr. Matthew Blue, M.D.
Dr. Matthew Blue is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Blue has performed 34 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#78 in Texas) and 27 knee replacements, for a combined total of 61 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Blue performs near average in hip (34 vs 30 avg), below average in knee (27 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Blue's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (34 cases) and knee replacements (27 cases).
Lubbock is home to 14 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lubbock area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Blue first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Blue's 34 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
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. Blue Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
Lubbock, TX 79430
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Blue has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Blue
How does Dr. Blue's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Blue has performed 61 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Texas average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Blue ranks #173 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Blue perform?
Dr. Blue's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (34 cases) and knee replacement (27 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Blue in Lubbock?
Yes. There are 14 orthopedic surgeons in Lubbock 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 Texas surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Blue 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. Blue's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 61 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Blue perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Blue's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (34 cases), knee replacement (27 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Blue affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Blue is affiliated with University Of Kansas Hospital, University Of Kansas Health System Olathe Hospital, The Univ Of Ks Health System Paola Hospital. Dr. Blue maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Blue compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lubbock?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in Lubbock, Dr. Blue ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Lubbock has 258 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Blue practices?
University Of Kansas Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); University Of Kansas Health System Olathe Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); The Univ Of Ks Health System Paola Hospital (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 Lubbock, Texas
Dr. Blue's 61 Medicare procedures are below the Lubbock average of 109. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lubbock.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Shephard | 258 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jordan Simpson | 156 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Tony Smitherman | 115 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Austin McPhilamy | 60 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Wilson | 60 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Atul Joshi | 56 | Hip, Knee |
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