Dr. Matthew Bullock, D.O.
Contact & Location
304-691-1262
Huntington, WV 25701
Salisbury, NC 28144
Huntington, WV 25705
Dr. Bullock performs more knee replacement procedures than 83% of orthopedic surgeons in West Virginia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #6 of 37 ranked knee surgeons in West Virginia.
About Dr. Bullock
Practice. Dr. Matthew Bullock is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Huntington, West Virginia. The latest annual CMS data records 70 knee replacements and 35 hip replacements, 105 procedures in all. That is #6 in West Virginia for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2009.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2017 to 2024, 8 years. Volume rose from 18 procedures a year to 105, up 483%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 70 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Huntington has 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Bullock also holds hospital privileges in WV and KY and OH, a practice that extends beyond West Virginia.
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 | 18 |
| 2018 | 26 | 17 |
| 2019 | 33 | 39 |
| 2020 | 18 | 26 |
| 2021 | 37 | 36 |
| 2022 | 30 | 38 |
| 2023 | 40 | 56 |
| 2024 | 35 | 70 |
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. Bullock Compares
Procedure volume compared to the West Virginia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bullock's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 483% from 18 procedures in 2017 to 105 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. Bullock
How does Dr. Bullock's procedure volume compare to other West Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Bullock has performed 105 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the West Virginia average of 52 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bullock ranks #5 out of 45 orthopedic surgeons in West Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bullock perform?
Dr. Bullock's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (70 cases) and hip replacement (35 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Bullock with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Bullock ranks #6 in West Virginia for knee replacement with 70 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 45 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bullock in Huntington?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Huntington 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 West Virginia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Bullock 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. Bullock's total volume across all insurers at roughly 360 to 440 procedures against the 105 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. Bullock's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bullock's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 18 procedures in 2017 to 105 in the most recent data, a 483% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 105 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Bullock perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bullock's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (70 cases), hip replacement (35 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bullock affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bullock is affiliated with Cabell Huntington Hospital, Inc, St Mary'S Medical Center, Rivers Health, King'S Daughters' Medical Center, Holzer Medical Center. Dr. Bullock maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Bullock compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Huntington?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Huntington, Dr. Bullock ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Bullock has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bullock practices?
Cabell Huntington Hospital, Inc (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Mary'S Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Rivers Health (1 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 Huntington, West Virginia
Dr. Bullock's 105 Medicare procedures are above the Huntington average of 58. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Huntington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ali Oliashirazi | 94 | Knee |
| Dr. Alexander Caughran | 78 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Lochow | 71 | Hip |
| Dr. Felix Cheung | 24 | Knee |
| Dr. Jarrod Smith | 20 | Knee |
| Dr. John Jasko | 15 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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