Dr. James Huddleston, M.D.
Dr. James Huddleston is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Stanford, California. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Huddleston has performed 77 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#68 in California) and 52 hip replacements, for a combined total of 129 procedures.
In California, Dr. Huddleston performs above average in knee (77 vs 45 avg), above average in hip (52 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Huddleston's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (77 cases) and hip replacements (52 cases).
Stanford is home to 16 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Stanford area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Huddleston extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 73 to 129 in the most recent data, a 77% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Huddleston's 77 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Huddleston Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Stanford, CA 94305
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Huddleston's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 77% from 73 procedures in 2013 to 129 in the most recent data.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Huddleston
How does Dr. Huddleston's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Huddleston has performed 129 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the California average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Huddleston ranks #70 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Huddleston perform?
Dr. Huddleston's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (77 cases) and hip replacement (52 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Huddleston in Stanford?
Yes. There are 16 orthopedic surgeons in Stanford 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. Huddleston 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. Huddleston's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 129 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Huddleston's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Huddleston's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 73 procedures in 2013 to 129 in the most recent data, a 77% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 129 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Huddleston perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Huddleston's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (77 cases), hip replacement (52 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Huddleston affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Huddleston is affiliated with Stanford Health Care.
How does Dr. Huddleston compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Stanford?
Among the 16 orthopedic surgeons in Stanford, Dr. Huddleston ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Huddleston is among the highest-volume surgeons in Stanford.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Huddleston practices?
Stanford Health Care (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Stanford, California
Dr. Huddleston's 129 Medicare procedures are below the Stanford average of 130. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Stanford.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Mayle | 262 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Miller | 155 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stuart Goodman | 112 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bradley Crow | 106 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Emilie Cheung | 73 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Derek Amanatullah | 71 | Hip, Knee |
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