Dr. Mitchell Birt, M.D.
Contact & Location
Kansas City, KS 66160
Dr. Mitchell Birt is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Kansas City, Kansas. Dr. Birt has performed 17 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #26 in Kansas.
In Kansas, Dr. Birt performs below average in shoulder (17 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Birt's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 17 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Kansas City is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Kansas City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Birt first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Birt's 17 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 29 among 2,213 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Birt Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
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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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Birt
How does Dr. Birt's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Birt has performed 17 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Kansas average is 85 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Birt ranks #101 out of 110 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Birt perform?
Dr. Birt's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 17 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Birt in Kansas City?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas 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 Kansas surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Birt 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. Birt's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 17 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Birt affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Birt is affiliated with University Of Kansas Hospital, Minimally Invasive Surgery Hospital.
How does Dr. Birt compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Kansas City?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas City, Dr. Birt ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Kansas City has 134 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Birt practices?
University Of Kansas Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Minimally Invasive Surgery Hospital (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 Kansas City, Kansas
Dr. Birt's 17 Medicare procedures are below the Kansas City average of 57. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Kansas City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Anderson | 134 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Aaron Althaus | 104 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Katie Smeltzer | 56 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew De Ruyter | 45 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kyle Sweeney | 22 | Hip |
| Dr. John Schroeppel | 18 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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