Dr. Daniel Wittersheim, MD
Contact & Location
Vancleave, MS 39565
Dr. Daniel Wittersheim is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Vancleave, Mississippi. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Wittersheim has performed 35 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#16 in Mississippi) and 33 knee replacements, for a combined total of 68 procedures.
In Mississippi, Dr. Wittersheim performs near average in hip (35 vs 35 avg), below average in knee (33 vs 59 avg).
Dr. Wittersheim's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (35 cases) and knee replacements (33 cases).
Dr. Wittersheim is the only orthopedic surgeon in Vancleave represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Wittersheim extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 41 to 68 in the most recent data, a 66% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,532 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Wittersheim's 35 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
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. Wittersheim Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Mississippi state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wittersheim's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 66% from 41 procedures in 2013 to 68 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 Hip Replacement
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Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Wittersheim
How does Dr. Wittersheim's procedure volume compare to other Mississippi surgeons?
Dr. Wittersheim has performed 68 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Mississippi average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Wittersheim ranks #26 out of 78 orthopedic surgeons in Mississippi.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wittersheim perform?
Dr. Wittersheim's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (35 cases) and knee replacement (33 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Wittersheim with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Wittersheim ranks #16 in Mississippi for hip replacement with 35 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 78 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Where is Dr. Wittersheim's practice located?
Dr. Wittersheim practices in Vancleave, Mississippi. The office is located at 6300 E Lake Blvd, Vancleave, MS 39565. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Wittersheim for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Wittersheim 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. Wittersheim's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 68 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Wittersheim's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Wittersheim's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 41 procedures in 2013 to 68 in the most recent data, a 66% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 87 procedures in 2020.
Does Dr. Wittersheim perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Wittersheim's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (35 cases), knee replacement (33 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wittersheim affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Wittersheim is affiliated with Singing River Gulfport, Singing River Health System.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Wittersheim practices?
Singing River Gulfport (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Singing River Health System (2 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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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