Knee
Dr. Matthew Nofziger, MD
Dr. Matthew Nofziger is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bennington, Vermont. Dr. Nofziger has performed 36 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #8 in Vermont.
In Vermont, Dr. Nofziger performs near average in knee (36 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Nofziger's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 36 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.
Dr. Nofziger is the only orthopedic surgeon in Bennington represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Nofziger extend back to 2013, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 14 to 36 in the most recent data, a 157% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Nofziger's 36 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Nofziger Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Vermont state average.
Contact & Location
Bennington, VT 05201
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Nofziger's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 157% from 14 procedures in 2013 to 36 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. Nofziger
How does Dr. Nofziger's procedure volume compare to other Vermont surgeons?
Dr. Nofziger has performed 36 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Vermont average is 67 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Nofziger ranks #12 out of 17 orthopedic surgeons in Vermont.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Nofziger perform?
Dr. Nofziger's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 36 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Nofziger with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Nofziger ranks #8 in Vermont for knee replacement with 36 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 17 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Where is Dr. Nofziger's practice located?
Dr. Nofziger practices in Bennington, Vermont. The office is located at 332 Dewey St, Bennington, VT 05201. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Nofziger for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Nofziger 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. Nofziger's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 36 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Nofziger's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Nofziger's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2013 to 36 in the most recent data, a 157% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 36 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Nofziger affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Nofziger is affiliated with Southwestern Vermont Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Nofziger practices?
Southwestern Vermont 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.
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