Shoulder
Dr. Stephen Mathew, MD
Dr. Stephen Mathew is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Waxahachie, Texas. Dr. Mathew has performed 21 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #59 in Texas.
In Texas, Dr. Mathew performs near average in shoulder (21 vs 26 avg).
Dr. Mathew's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 21 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.
Waxahachie is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Waxahachie area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Mathew first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Mathew's 21 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 28 among 2,092 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. Mathew Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
Waxahachie, TX 75165
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Mathew 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Mathew
How does Dr. Mathew's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Mathew has performed 21 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Texas average is 56 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Mathew ranks #423 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Mathew perform?
Dr. Mathew's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 21 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Mathew in Waxahachie?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Waxahachie 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. Mathew 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. Mathew's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 21 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Mathew affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Mathew is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center- Waxahachie.
How does Dr. Mathew compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Waxahachie?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Waxahachie, Dr. Mathew ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Waxahachie has 65 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Mathew practices?
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center- Waxahachie (5 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 Waxahachie, Texas
Dr. Mathew's 21 Medicare procedures are below the Waxahachie average of 43. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Waxahachie.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Paul Freudigman | 65 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Marcus Roux | 45 | Knee |
| Dr. Joshua McSpadden | 39 | Hip, Knee |
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