Dr. Matthew Hebert, M.D.
Contact & Location
Prairie Du Sac, WI 53578
Dr. Matthew Hebert is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Prairie Du Sac, Wisconsin. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Hebert has completed 73 knee replacements (#12 in Wisconsin), 49 hip replacements, and 14 shoulder replacements, totaling 136 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Wisconsin, Dr. Hebert performs well above average in knee (73 vs 36 avg), above average in hip (49 vs 29 avg), below average in shoulder (14 vs 25 avg).
Dr. Hebert performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (73 cases), followed by hip replacements (49) and shoulder replacements (14).
Prairie Du Sac is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Prairie Du Sac area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Hebert extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 87 to 136 in the most recent data, a 56% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Hebert's 73 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Hebert Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hebert's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 56% from 87 procedures in 2013 to 136 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. Hebert
How does Dr. Hebert's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Hebert has performed 136 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Wisconsin average of 51 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hebert ranks #8 out of 189 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hebert perform?
Dr. Hebert performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (73 cases), hip replacement (49 cases), shoulder replacement (14 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Hebert with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Hebert ranks #12 in Wisconsin for knee replacement with 73 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 189 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hebert in Prairie Du Sac?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Prairie Du Sac 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 Wisconsin surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Hebert 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. Hebert's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 136 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Hebert's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hebert's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 87 procedures in 2013 to 136 in the most recent data, a 56% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 136 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Hebert perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hebert's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (73 cases), hip replacement (49 cases), shoulder replacement (14 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Hebert among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hebert affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hebert is affiliated with Sauk Prairie Hospital, Ssm Health St Clare Hospital - Baraboo, Reedsburg Area Medical Center, University Of Wi Hospitals & Clinics Authority, Ssm Health Monroe Hospital.
How does Dr. Hebert compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Prairie Du Sac?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Prairie Du Sac, Dr. Hebert ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Hebert is among the highest-volume surgeons in Prairie Du Sac.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hebert practices?
Sauk Prairie Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ssm Health St Clare Hospital - Baraboo (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Reedsburg Area Medical Center (3 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 Prairie Du Sac, Wisconsin
Dr. Hebert's 136 Medicare procedures are above the Prairie Du Sac average of 109. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Prairie Du Sac.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Lamson | 153 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Marcu | 111 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Andrew Ertl | 79 | Knee |
| Dr. Benjamin Cooper | 64 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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