Dr. Matthew Stover, D.O.
Contact & Location
304-766-7515
South Charleston, WV 25309
Charleston, WV 25301
Winfield, WV 25213
South Charleston, WV 25309
Dr. Stover performs more knee replacement procedures than 48% of orthopedic surgeons in West Virginia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #19 of 37 ranked knee surgeons in West Virginia.
About Dr. Stover
Practice. Dr. Matthew Stover is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in South Charleston, West Virginia. The latest annual CMS data records 31 knee replacements and 11 hip replacements, 42 procedures in all. That is #19 in West Virginia for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2014 to 2024, 11 years. Volume peaked at 146 in 2015 and stands at 42 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 31 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. South Charleston has 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 28 | 48 |
| 2015 | 55 | 91 |
| 2016 | 12 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 15 |
| 2018 | 0 | 14 |
| 2019 | 0 | 18 |
| 2020 | 0 | 23 |
| 2021 | 0 | 12 |
| 2022 | 0 | 19 |
| 2023 | 19 | 23 |
| 2024 | 11 | 31 |
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. Stover Compares
Procedure volume compared to the West Virginia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Stover's recorded volume peaked at 146 procedures in 2015 and stood at 42 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Recovery Timeline: Week-by-Week ExpectationsA detailed week-by-week guide covering pain levels, mobility milestones, physical therapy progression, and when to expect a return to daily activities.
Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Stover
How does Dr. Stover's procedure volume compare to other West Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Stover has performed 42 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the West Virginia average of 52 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Stover ranks #24 out of 45 orthopedic surgeons in West Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Stover perform?
Dr. Stover's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (31 cases) and hip replacement (11 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Stover with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Stover ranks #19 in West Virginia for knee replacement with 31 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 45 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Stover in South Charleston?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in South Charleston 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. Stover 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. Stover's total volume across all insurers at roughly 140 to 180 procedures against the 42 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. Stover's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Stover's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 146 procedures in 2015 and was 42 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Stover perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Stover's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (31 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Stover affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Stover is affiliated with Thomas Memorial Hospital, Boone Memorial Hospital, Inc, Raleigh General Hospital.
How does Dr. Stover compare to other orthopedic surgeons in South Charleston?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in South Charleston, Dr. Stover ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Stover is among the highest-volume surgeons in South Charleston.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Stover practices?
Thomas Memorial Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Raleigh General Hospital (1 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 South Charleston, West Virginia
Dr. Stover's 42 Medicare procedures are above the South Charleston average of 34. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in South Charleston.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. William McCormick | 44 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Freddie Persinger | 15 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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