Dr. Robert Mitchell, D.O.
Contact & Location
Peru, IL 61354
Dr. Robert Mitchell is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Peru, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Mitchell has performed 38 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#120 in Illinois) and 19 hip replacements, for a combined total of 57 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Mitchell performs below average in knee (38 vs 50 avg), below average in hip (19 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Mitchell's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (38 cases) and hip replacements (19 cases).
Peru is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Peru area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Mitchell extend back to 2013, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 30 to 57 in the most recent data, a 90% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Mitchell's 38 verified procedures is near 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. Mitchell Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Mitchell's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 90% from 30 procedures in 2013 to 57 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. Mitchell
How does Dr. Mitchell's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Mitchell has performed 57 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Mitchell ranks #139 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Mitchell perform?
Dr. Mitchell's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (38 cases) and hip replacement (19 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Mitchell in Peru?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Peru 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. Mitchell 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. Mitchell's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 57 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Mitchell's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Mitchell's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 30 procedures in 2013 to 57 in the most recent data, a 90% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 57 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Mitchell perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Mitchell's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (38 cases), hip replacement (19 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 Osf Saint Elizabeth Medical Center, Osf Saint Paul Medical Center, Osf Saint Clare Medical Center, Saint Francis Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Mitchell practices?
Osf Saint Elizabeth Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Osf Saint Clare Medical Center (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 Peru, Illinois
Dr. Mitchell's 57 Medicare procedures are above the Peru average of 46. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Peru.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Connor Kasik | 35 | Knee, Shoulder |
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