Dr. Mathew Nicholls, MD
Dr. Mathew Nicholls is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bellevue, Washington. Dr. Nicholls has performed 58 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#35 in Washington) and 31 hip replacements, for a combined total of 89 procedures.
In Washington, Dr. Nicholls performs above average in knee (58 vs 42 avg), near average in hip (31 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Nicholls's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (58 cases) and hip replacements (31 cases).
Bellevue is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bellevue area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Nicholls extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 51 to 89 in the most recent data, a 75% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Nicholls's 58 verified procedures is above 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. Nicholls Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Washington state average.
Contact & Location
Bellevue, WA 98004
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Nicholls's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 75% from 51 procedures in 2013 to 89 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. Nicholls
How does Dr. Nicholls's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
Dr. Nicholls has performed 89 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Washington average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Nicholls ranks #44 out of 202 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Nicholls perform?
Dr. Nicholls's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (58 cases) and hip replacement (31 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Nicholls in Bellevue?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Bellevue 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 Washington surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Nicholls 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. Nicholls's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 89 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Nicholls's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Nicholls's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 51 procedures in 2013 to 89 in the most recent data, a 75% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 90 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Nicholls perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Nicholls's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (58 cases), hip replacement (31 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Nicholls affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Nicholls is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.
How does Dr. Nicholls compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bellevue?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Bellevue, Dr. Nicholls ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Bellevue has 154 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Nicholls practices?
Virginia Mason Medical Center (5 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 Bellevue, Washington
Dr. Nicholls's 89 Medicare procedures are above the Bellevue average of 86. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bellevue.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jonah Hulst | 154 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Boone | 144 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Bruckner | 95 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Trevor Scott | 70 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Komenda | 27 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Thomas Chi | 25 | Knee |
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