Shoulder
Dr. Eric Mullins, M.D.
Dr. Eric Mullins is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Littleton, New Hampshire. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Mullins has performed 16 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #8 in New Hampshire.
In New Hampshire, Dr. Mullins performs below average in shoulder (16 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Mullins's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 16 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.
Dr. Mullins is the only orthopedic surgeon in Littleton represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area. Dr. Mullins also maintains hospital privileges in VT and NH, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond New Hampshire.
Dr. Mullins's Medicare data spans 6 years, beginning in 2017. Volume peaked at 32 procedures in 2020 before settling at 16 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Mullins's 16 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 28 among 2,092 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Mullins Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Hampshire state average.
Contact & Location
Littleton, NH 03561
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Mullins's recorded volume peaked at 32 procedures in 2020 and stood at 16 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Mullins
How does Dr. Mullins's procedure volume compare to other New Hampshire surgeons?
Dr. Mullins has performed 16 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New Hampshire average is 67 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Mullins ranks #47 out of 54 orthopedic surgeons in New Hampshire.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Mullins perform?
Dr. Mullins's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 16 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Mullins with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Mullins ranks #8 in New Hampshire for shoulder replacement with 16 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 54 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Where is Dr. Mullins's practice located?
Dr. Mullins practices in Littleton, New Hampshire. The office is located at 580 St. Johnsbury Rd, Littleton, NH 03561. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Mullins for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Mullins 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. Mullins's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 16 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Mullins's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Mullins's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 32 procedures in 2020 and was 16 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Which hospitals is Dr. Mullins affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Mullins is affiliated with North Country Hospital And Health Center, Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital, Littleton Regional Healthcare, Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital. Dr. Mullins maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Mullins practices?
North Country Hospital And Health Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Littleton Regional Healthcare (2 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.
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