Dr. Kevin Mitts, M.D.
Contact & Location
413-499-6600
Pittsfield, MA 01201
Dr. Mitts performs more knee replacement procedures than 69% of orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #49 of 160 ranked knee surgeons in Massachusetts.
About Dr. Mitts
Practice. Dr. Kevin Mitts is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The latest annual CMS data records 60 knee replacements and 42 hip replacements, 102 procedures in all. That is #49 in Massachusetts for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 83 and 130 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 60 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Pittsfield has 4 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 | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 45 | 53 |
| 2014 | 52 | 49 |
| 2015 | 72 | 52 |
| 2016 | 49 | 68 |
| 2017 | 57 | 60 |
| 2018 | 54 | 63 |
| 2019 | 59 | 55 |
| 2020 | 50 | 57 |
| 2021 | 34 | 49 |
| 2022 | 43 | 47 |
| 2023 | 52 | 78 |
| 2024 | 42 | 60 |
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Mitts Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Massachusetts state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Mitts's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 83 to 130 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Mitts
How does Dr. Mitts's procedure volume compare to other Massachusetts surgeons?
Dr. Mitts has performed 102 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Massachusetts average of 74 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Mitts ranks #54 out of 203 orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Mitts perform?
Dr. Mitts's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (60 cases) and hip replacement (42 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Mitts in Pittsfield?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Pittsfield 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 Massachusetts surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Mitts 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Mitts's total volume across all insurers at roughly 340 to 430 procedures against the 102 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. Mitts's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Mitts's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 83 to 130 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Mitts perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Mitts's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (60 cases), hip replacement (42 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Mitts affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Mitts is affiliated with Berkshire Medical Center Inc, Fairview Hospital, North Adams Regional Hospital.
How does Dr. Mitts compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Pittsfield?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Pittsfield, Dr. Mitts ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Mitts has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Mitts practices?
Berkshire Medical Center Inc (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Fairview Hospital (3 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 Pittsfield, Massachusetts
Dr. Mitts's 102 Medicare procedures are above the Pittsfield average of 64. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Pittsfield.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Daniel Sage | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Anthony Defelice | 41 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Sprague | 14 | Shoulder |
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