Knee
Dr. Brantley Vitek, MD
Dr. Brantley Vitek is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mc Lean, Virginia. Dr. Vitek has performed 20 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #144 in Virginia.
In Virginia, Dr. Vitek performs below average in knee (20 vs 58 avg).
Dr. Vitek's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 20 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.
Mc Lean is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Mc Lean area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Vitek extend back to 2013, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 20 in the most recent data, a 54% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Vitek's 20 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 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. Vitek Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Contact & Location
Mc Lean, VA 22102
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Vitek's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 54% from 13 procedures in 2013 to 20 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Vitek
How does Dr. Vitek's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Vitek has performed 20 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Virginia average is 83 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Vitek ranks #185 out of 223 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Vitek perform?
Dr. Vitek's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 20 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Vitek in Mc Lean?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Mc Lean 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 Virginia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Vitek 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. Vitek's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 20 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Vitek's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Vitek's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2013 to 20 in the most recent data, a 54% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 20 procedures in 2023.
How does Dr. Vitek compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Mc Lean?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Mc Lean, Dr. Vitek ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Vitek is among the highest-volume surgeons in Mc Lean.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Mc Lean, Virginia
Dr. Vitek's 20 Medicare procedures are below the Mc Lean average of 22. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mc Lean.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Andrew Neviaser | 30 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Herbert Lane | 15 | Knee |
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