Dr. Louis Mendella, DO
Contact & Location
Mattoon, IL 61938
Dr. Louis Mendella is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mattoon, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Mendella has completed 91 knee replacements (#37 in Illinois), 31 hip replacements, and 20 shoulder replacements, totaling 142 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Mendella performs above average in knee (91 vs 50 avg), below average in hip (31 vs 39 avg), below average in shoulder (20 vs 27 avg).
Dr. Mendella performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (91 cases), followed by hip replacements (31) and shoulder replacements (20).
Mattoon is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Mattoon area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Mendella extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 78 to 142 in the most recent data, a 82% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Mendella's 91 verified procedures is more than 2x 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. Mendella Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Mendella's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 82% from 78 procedures in 2013 to 142 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. Mendella
How does Dr. Mendella's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Mendella has performed 142 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Mendella ranks #40 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Mendella perform?
Dr. Mendella performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (91 cases), hip replacement (31 cases), shoulder replacement (20 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Mendella in Mattoon?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Mattoon 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 Illinois surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Mendella 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. Mendella's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 142 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Mendella's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Mendella's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 78 procedures in 2013 to 142 in the most recent data, a 82% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 163 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Mendella perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Mendella's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (91 cases), hip replacement (31 cases), shoulder replacement (20 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Mendella among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Mendella affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Mendella is affiliated with Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center, St Anthonys Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Mendella compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Mattoon?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Mattoon, Dr. Mendella ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Mendella has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Mendella practices?
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Anthonys Memorial Hospital (3 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 Mattoon, Illinois
Dr. Mendella's 142 Medicare procedures are above the Mattoon average of 81. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mattoon.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Eric Brewer | 77 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jeremy Stevens | 23 | Knee, Shoulder |
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