Dr. Mathew Taylor, M.D., M.P.H.
Contact & Location
509-332-2828
Pullman, WA 99163
Richmond, VA 23226
Moscow, ID 83843
Dr. Taylor performs more knee replacement procedures than 65% of orthopedic surgeons in Washington, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #51 of 146 ranked knee surgeons in Washington.
About Dr. Taylor
Practice. Dr. Mathew Taylor is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pullman, Washington. The latest annual CMS data records 43 knee replacements and 25 hip replacements, 68 procedures in all. That is #51 in Washington for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2015.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2022 to 2024, 3 years. Volume rose from 40 procedures a year to 68, up 70%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 43 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Pullman has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Taylor also holds hospital privileges in WA and ID, a practice that extends beyond Washington.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 21 | 19 |
| 2023 | 17 | 31 |
| 2024 | 25 | 43 |
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Taylor Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Washington state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Taylor's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 70% from 40 procedures in 2022 to 68 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. Taylor
How does Dr. Taylor's procedure volume compare to other Washington surgeons?
Dr. Taylor has performed 68 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Washington average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Taylor ranks #69 out of 198 orthopedic surgeons in Washington.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Taylor perform?
Dr. Taylor's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (43 cases) and hip replacement (25 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Taylor in Pullman?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Pullman 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. Taylor 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Taylor's total volume across all insurers at roughly 230 to 290 procedures against the 68 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. Taylor's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Taylor's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 40 procedures in 2022 to 68 in the most recent data, a 70% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 68 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Taylor perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Taylor's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (43 cases), hip replacement (25 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Taylor affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Taylor is affiliated with Pullman Regional Hospital, Gritman Medical Center, Syringa General Hospital, St Joseph Regional Medical Center, Whitman Hospital And Medical Center. Dr. Taylor maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Taylor practices?
Pullman Regional Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Gritman Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Syringa General Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Pullman, Washington
Dr. Taylor's 68 Medicare procedures are above the Pullman average of 61. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Pullman.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Edwin Tingstad | 53 | Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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