Dr. Mitchell Herrema, D.O.
Contact & Location
Clearwater, FL 33756
Dr. Mitchell Herrema is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Clearwater, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Herrema has performed 68 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#89 in Florida) and 42 hip replacements, for a combined total of 110 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Herrema performs above average in knee (68 vs 48 avg), near average in hip (42 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Herrema's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (68 cases) and hip replacements (42 cases).
Clearwater is home to 12 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Clearwater area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Herrema extend back to 2014, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 49 to 110 in the most recent data, a 124% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Herrema's 68 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. Herrema Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Herrema's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 124% from 49 procedures in 2014 to 110 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. Herrema
How does Dr. Herrema's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Herrema has performed 110 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Herrema ranks #103 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Herrema perform?
Dr. Herrema's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (68 cases) and hip replacement (42 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Herrema in Clearwater?
Yes. There are 12 orthopedic surgeons in Clearwater 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. Herrema 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. Herrema's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 110 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Herrema's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Herrema's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 49 procedures in 2014 to 110 in the most recent data, a 124% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 127 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Herrema perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Herrema's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (68 cases), hip replacement (42 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Herrema affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Herrema is affiliated with Morton Plant Hospital.
How does Dr. Herrema compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Clearwater?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in Clearwater, Dr. Herrema ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Clearwater has 166 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Herrema practices?
Morton Plant Hospital (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 Clearwater, Florida
Dr. Herrema's 110 Medicare procedures are below the Clearwater average of 134. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Clearwater.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Kilgore | 166 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Whiddon | 161 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Cooper | 153 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Cheong | 139 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Aaron Koslin | 138 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Wisotsky | 72 | Shoulder |
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