Dr. Mitchell Wyffels, M.D.
Contact & Location
218-333-5000
Bemidji, MN 56601
Minneapolis, MN 55454
Dr. Wyffels performs more knee replacement procedures than 43% of orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #81 of 144 ranked knee surgeons in Minnesota.
About Dr. Wyffels
Dr. Mitchell Wyffels is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bemidji, Minnesota. A Medicare provider since 2013, Dr. Wyffels completed 22 knee replacements (#81 in Minnesota), 16 hip replacements, and 11 shoulder replacements in the latest annual CMS data, totaling 49 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Minnesota, Dr. Wyffels performs below the state average in knee (22 vs 30), below the state average in hip (16 vs 26), below the state average in shoulder (11 vs 24).
Dr. Wyffels performs all three major joint replacement procedures (hip, knee, and shoulder), indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (22 cases), followed by hip replacements (16) and shoulder replacements (11).
Bemidji is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bemidji area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Wyffels extend back to 2019, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 30 to 49 in the most recent data, a 63% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Wyffels's 22 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,612 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 12 | 18 | 0 |
| 2020 | 15 | 18 | 0 |
| 2021 | 17 | 22 | 0 |
| 2022 | 15 | 30 | 13 |
| 2023 | 19 | 23 | 0 |
| 2024 | 16 | 22 | 11 |
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, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Wyffels Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Minnesota state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wyffels's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 63% from 30 procedures in 2019 to 49 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Wyffels
How does Dr. Wyffels's procedure volume compare to other Minnesota surgeons?
Dr. Wyffels has performed 49 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Minnesota average of 43 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Wyffels ranks #59 out of 187 orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wyffels perform?
Dr. Wyffels performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (22 cases), hip replacement (16 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Wyffels in Bemidji?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Bemidji 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 Minnesota surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Wyffels 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Wyffels's total volume across all insurers at roughly 160 to 200 procedures against the 49 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. Wyffels's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Wyffels's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 30 procedures in 2019 to 49 in the most recent data, a 63% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 58 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Wyffels perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Wyffels's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases), hip replacement (16 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Wyffels among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wyffels affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Wyffels is affiliated with Sanford Bemidji Medical Center, Lakewood Health Center, Sanford Bagley Medical Center.
How does Dr. Wyffels compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bemidji?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Bemidji, Dr. Wyffels ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Wyffels is among the highest-volume surgeons in Bemidji.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Wyffels practices?
Sanford Bemidji Medical Center (4 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 Bemidji, Minnesota
Dr. Wyffels's 49 Medicare procedures are below the Bemidji average of 53. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bemidji.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jason Caron | 98 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Sessions | 13 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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