Dr. James Bell is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Palm Springs, California. Dr. Bell has performed 48 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#145 in California) and 34 hip replacements, for a combined total of 82 procedures.
Dr. Bell's combined volume of 82 procedures places them above the California statewide average of 65. Among 608 orthopedic surgeons in California, Dr. Bell ranks #154 overall.
Dr. Bell's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (48 cases) and hip replacements (34 cases).
Palm Springs is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Palm Springs area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bell
How does Dr. Bell's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Bell has performed 82 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bell ranks #154 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bell perform?
Dr. Bell's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (48 cases) and hip replacement (34 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bell in Palm Springs?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Palm Springs 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 California surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Bell 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. Bell's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 82 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Palm Springs, California
Compare Dr. Bell's volume with other surgeons practicing in Palm Springs.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Dustin Briggs | 139 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Savin | 79 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Louis Stabile | 19 | Hip |
| Dr. Matthew Zapf | 13 | Hip |
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