DR. MATTHEW E POLLARD M.D.
NPI 1407846728
Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine in Las Cruces, NM

Q: What is the provider's specialty?

The provider's specialty is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207XS0117X and a focus in Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine.

Active since October 27, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

89.28/100

CMS Quality Rating

4351 E LOHMAN AVE STE 301, LAS CRUCES, NM 88011(434) 466-2346 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 5, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 5, 2023, Aug 4, 2022, Jul 28, 2022 (3 updates tracked since 2022).

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About Dr. Matthew E Pollard M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. MATTHEW E POLLARD M.D. (NPI 1407846728) is an individual orthopaedic surgery of the spine provider in Las Cruces, New Mexico, licensed in Alabama (MD.44016) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1407846728

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207XS0117X

Provider Legal NameDR. MATTHEW E POLLARDCredential: M.D.

Location Address4351 E LOHMAN AVE STE 301Las Cruces, NM 88011-8262

Mailing Address3145 Rocks Farm CtCharlottesville, VA 22903-9323 · (434) 466-2346

Phone(434) 466-2346

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of South Carolina School Of MedicineGraduated 1996

Enumeration DateOctober 27, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 5, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 5, 2023

✔ NPI 1407846728 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic Surgery · Orthopaedic Surgery of the SpineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207XS0117X

Licenses✔ Licensed in AL · MD.44016✔ Licensed in VA · 0101234693

Definition

Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, orthopaedic surgeons of the spine deal with the evaluation and nonoperative and operative treatment of the full spectrum of primary spinal disorders including trauma, degenerative, deformity, tumor, and reconstructive.

4351 E LOHMAN AVE STE 301, Las Cruces, NM 88011

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Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid284825AL

OtherA15295AAL · Medicare

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter of Oklahoma and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Matthew E Pollard M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID2163456435

PECOS Enrollment IDI20230118001422

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 10

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the 2024 & 2026 CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views 72100

An X-ray of the lower and sacral spine involves capturing images of your lower back area, including the tailbone. This procedure helps in identifying problems like fractures, infections, or deformities. 2-3 different angle views provide a comprehensive picture.

90 services73 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

81 services70 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

74 services63 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

49 services49 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203

This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.

46 services46 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.

28 services26 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Memorial Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Las Cruces, NM

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number320018

Location2450 South Telshor BlvdLas Cruces, NM 88011 · Dona Ana County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mountain View Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Las Cruces, NM

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number320085

Location4311 East Lohman AvenueLas Cruces, NM 88011 · Dona Ana County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lincoln County Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Ruidoso, NM

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number321306

Location211 Sudderth DriveRuidoso, NM 88345 · Lincoln County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Gila Regional Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Silver City, NM

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number321311

Location1313 E 32nd StSilver City, NM 88061 · Grant County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

89.28/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

78.56

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Reported Quality Measures

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record

Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.

100%1,330 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

e-Prescribing

At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.

92%248 patients3/55-star benchmark: 99%

Medication Reconciliation

The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.

100%590 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Patient-Specific Education

The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.

88%842 patients4/55-star benchmark: 97%

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…

91%693 patients4/55-star benchmark: 97%

Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user

Patients screenedForUse: 99% · 296 patients

Patients tobacco: 81% · 47 patients

72%296 patients3/55-star benchmark: 98%

Provide Patient Access

At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…

63%842 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

Secure Messaging

For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…

23%842 patients2/55-star benchmark: 89%

View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)

At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.

36%842 patients

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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