Dr. Mitchell Cooper, M.D.
Contact & Location
610-435-1003
Allentown, PA 18103
Dr. Cooper performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 29% of orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #67 of 95 ranked shoulder surgeons in Pennsylvania.
About Dr. Cooper
Practice. Dr. Mitchell Cooper is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The latest annual CMS data records 16 shoulder replacements. That is #67 in Pennsylvania for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2016 to 2024, 3 years. Volume rose from 12 procedures a year to 16, up 33%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 16 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Allentown has 13 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 | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 21 |
| 2024 | 16 |
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 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. Cooper Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
See the Top 25 shoulder replacement surgeons in Pennsylvania
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cooper's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 33% from 12 procedures in 2016 to 16 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 Shoulder 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.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Cooper
How does Dr. Cooper's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Cooper has performed 16 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Pennsylvania average is 66 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Cooper ranks #335 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cooper perform?
Dr. Cooper'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.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cooper in Allentown?
Yes. There are 13 orthopedic surgeons in Allentown 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 Pennsylvania surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Cooper 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Cooper's total volume across all insurers at roughly 40 to 60 procedures against the 16 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. Cooper's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Cooper's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2016 to 16 in the most recent data, a 33% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 21 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cooper affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cooper is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Hospital, St Luke'S Hospital Bethlehem.
How does Dr. Cooper compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Allentown?
Among the 13 orthopedic surgeons in Allentown, Dr. Cooper ranks #13 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Allentown has 285 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Cooper practices?
Lehigh Valley Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Luke'S Hospital Bethlehem (5 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 Allentown, Pennsylvania
Dr. Cooper's 16 Medicare procedures are below the Allentown average of 165. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Allentown.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Eric Lebby | 285 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Pollice | 239 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregor Hawk | 191 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jonathon Brown | 169 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Gilson | 128 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Anbari | 124 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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