Dr. Isaac Mitchell, M.D.
Contact & Location
850-914-7060
Panama City, FL 32401
Dr. Mitchell performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 75% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #39 of 157 ranked shoulder surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Mitchell
Practice. Dr. Isaac Mitchell is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Panama City, Florida. The latest annual CMS data records 37 shoulder replacements and 35 knee replacements, 72 procedures in all. That is #39 in Florida for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 62 procedures a year to 72, up 16%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 37 procedures is above the national average of 29.
Local context. Panama City has 6 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 | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 12 | 50 |
| 2014 | 11 | 28 |
| 2015 | 21 | 41 |
| 2016 | 19 | 48 |
| 2017 | 14 | 38 |
| 2018 | 13 | 45 |
| 2019 | 0 | 57 |
| 2020 | 0 | 22 |
| 2021 | 0 | 21 |
| 2022 | 0 | 22 |
| 2023 | 0 | 34 |
| 2024 | 35 | 37 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 23% to 28% for knee 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. Mitchell Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Mitchell's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 16% from 62 procedures in 2013 to 72 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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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.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Mitchell
How does Dr. Mitchell's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Mitchell has performed 72 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Mitchell ranks #188 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Mitchell perform?
Dr. Mitchell's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (37 cases) and knee replacement (35 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Mitchell in Panama City?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Panama City 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 Florida surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Mitchell 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Mitchell's total volume across all insurers at roughly 230 to 280 procedures against the 72 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. Mitchell's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Mitchell's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 62 procedures in 2013 to 72 in the most recent data, a 16% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 72 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Mitchell perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Mitchell's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (37 cases), knee replacement (35 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Mitchell affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Mitchell is affiliated with Uf Health Leesburg Hospital, Uf Health Spanish Plaines Hospital, Adventhealth Waterman.
How does Dr. Mitchell compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Panama City?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Panama City, Dr. Mitchell ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Mitchell is among the highest-volume surgeons in Panama City.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Mitchell practices?
Uf Health Leesburg Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Uf Health Spanish Plaines Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Adventhealth Waterman (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Panama City, Florida
Dr. Mitchell's 72 Medicare procedures are above the Panama City average of 65. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Panama City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Dietrich | 145 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Nicholas Crossman | 93 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jared Patterson | 45 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Mitchell | 24 | Knee |
| Dr. Eric Branch | 13 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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