Dr. James Chen, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. James Chen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mission Viejo, California. In 2023, Dr. Chen performed 38 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#112 in California) and 35 knee replacements (#206 in California), for a combined total of 73 procedures. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Hip Replacement
38 verified cases
#112 in California
Knee Replacement
35 verified cases
#206 in California

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Chen

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (73 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Chen, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 949-348-4000
26401 Crown Valley Pkwy Ste 101
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
NPI: 1104210152
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 11 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.
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