John Mitchell, MD
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
John Mitchell is a Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) specialist based in Aurora, CO with over 39 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
John Mitchell, MD practices as part of a group thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) specialist practice in Aurora, CO. Trained at University of Michigan Medical School (class of 1987), he has been practicing for over 39 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 97.58/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 50% of MIPS-scored doctors in Colorado
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4996dNPPES updated 2012-09-17 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Colorado Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Colorado.
MIPS Score
202397.58/100
Colorado avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in ColoradoHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
156
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePercentile rankings compared against 1,617 reporting peers in Colorado.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+33%) — a focus area for this doctor
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+27%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.3k received from industry
5 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to John Mitchell's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1987
University of Michigan Medical School
39 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
Taxonomy: 208G00000X
Education & Training
University of Michigan Medical School (Class of 1987)
Mailing address
Po Box 110429, Aurora, CO 80042-0429
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 390334
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Care With John Mitchell
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with John Mitchell for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Aurora required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Mitchell
NPI records show Dr. Mitchell as active with telehealth listed in Aurora, CO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (720) 848-0000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
12605 E 16th Ave, Aurora, CO 80045-2545
Mailing Address
Po Box 110429, Aurora, CO 80042-0429
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