Dr. Erik Mitchell, D.O.
Contact & Location
540-636-0600
Front Royal, VA 22630
About Dr. Mitchell
Dr. Erik Mitchell is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Front Royal, Virginia. A Medicare provider since 2013, Dr. Mitchell performed 11 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements in the latest annual CMS data, ranking #64 in Virginia.
In Virginia, Dr. Mitchell performs below the state average in shoulder (11 vs 33).
Dr. Mitchell's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 11 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. Mitchell is the only orthopedic surgeon in Front Royal represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Mitchell's Medicare record spans 3 years from 2020 through 2024. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 11 to 14 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Dr. Mitchell's 11 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 29 among 2,213 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 11 |
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. Mitchell Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Mitchell's procedure volume has been consistent across 3 years of Medicare data, ranging from 11 to 14 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Mitchell
How does Dr. Mitchell's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Mitchell has performed 11 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Virginia average is 82 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Mitchell ranks #229 out of 229 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Mitchell perform?
Dr. Mitchell's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Mitchell's practice located?
Dr. Mitchell practices in Front Royal, Virginia. The office is located at 351 Valley Health Way # 200, Front Royal, VA 22630. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Mitchell for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Mitchell 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. Mitchell's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 11 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Mitchell's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Mitchell's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 3 years of Medicare data, ranging from 11 to 14 procedures per year between 2020 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Mitchell affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Mitchell is affiliated with Warren Memorial Hospital, Shenandoah Memorial Hospital, Page Memorial Hospital, Inc, Winchester Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Mitchell practices?
Warren Memorial Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Shenandoah Memorial Hospital (3 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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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