Dr. Yogesh Mittal, MD
Dr. Yogesh Mittal is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Dr. Mittal has performed 312 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#2 in Oklahoma) and 99 hip replacements, for a combined total of 411 procedures.
In Oklahoma, Dr. Mittal performs well above average in knee (312 vs 46 avg), well above average in hip (99 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Mittal's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 76% of reported Medicare volume.
Tulsa is home to 28 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Tulsa area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Mittal extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 301 to 411 in the most recent data, a 37% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Mittal's 312 verified procedures is more than 6x the national average of 45, ranking #12 nationally.
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. Mittal Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oklahoma state average.
Contact & Location
Tulsa, OK 74136
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Mittal's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 37% from 301 procedures in 2013 to 411 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Mittal
How does Dr. Mittal's procedure volume compare to other Oklahoma surgeons?
Dr. Mittal has performed 411 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 6x the Oklahoma average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Mittal ranks #2 out of 122 orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Mittal perform?
Dr. Mittal's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (312 cases) and hip replacement (99 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Mittal with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Mittal ranks #2 in Oklahoma for knee replacement with 312 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 122 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Mittal in Tulsa?
Yes. There are 28 orthopedic surgeons in Tulsa 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 Oklahoma surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Mittal 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. Mittal's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 411 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Mittal's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Mittal's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 301 procedures in 2013 to 411 in the most recent data, a 37% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 411 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Mittal perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Mittal's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (312 cases), hip replacement (99 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Mittal affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Mittal is affiliated with Ascension St John Broken Arrow, Cleveland Area Hospital, W W Hastings Indian Hospital, Ascension St John Medical Center, Hillcrest Hospital Pryor.
How does Dr. Mittal compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Tulsa?
Among the 28 orthopedic surgeons in Tulsa, Dr. Mittal ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Mittal has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Mittal practices?
Ascension St John Broken Arrow (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); W W Hastings Indian Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Dr. Mittal's 411 Medicare procedures are above the Tulsa average of 185. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Tulsa.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Sarat Kunapuli | 190 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Justin Reid | 173 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Christopher Browne | 168 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Chad Crawley | 132 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Gursky | 115 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Dunitz | 107 | Hip, Knee |
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