Dr. Ron James, MD
Dr. Ron James is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sacramento, California. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. James has performed 20 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#222 in California) and 19 knee replacements, for a combined total of 39 procedures.
In California, Dr. James performs below average in hip (20 vs 41 avg), below average in knee (19 vs 45 avg).
Dr. James's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (20 cases) and knee replacements (19 cases).
Sacramento is home to 31 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Sacramento area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. James extend back to 2014, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 20 to 39 in the most recent data, a 95% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. James's 20 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. James Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Sacramento, CA 95816
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. James's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 95% from 20 procedures in 2014 to 39 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. James
How does Dr. James's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. James has performed 39 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The California average is 65 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. James ranks #313 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. James perform?
Dr. James's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (20 cases) and knee replacement (19 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. James in Sacramento?
Yes. There are 31 orthopedic surgeons in Sacramento 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. James 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. James's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 39 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. James's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. James's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 20 procedures in 2014 to 39 in the most recent data, a 95% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 45 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. James perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. James's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (20 cases), knee replacement (19 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. James affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. James is affiliated with Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital, Methodist Hospital Of Sacramento, Mercy General Hospital.
How does Dr. James compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Sacramento?
Among the 31 orthopedic surgeons in Sacramento, Dr. James ranks #14 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Sacramento has 220 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. James practices?
Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate above national average); Methodist Hospital Of Sacramento (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Mercy General Hospital (4 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 Sacramento, California
Dr. James's 39 Medicare procedures are below the Sacramento average of 108. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Sacramento.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Stephen Howell | 220 | Knee |
| Dr. Alexander Nedopil | 135 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mauro Giordani | 100 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Meehan | 95 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gavin Pereira | 87 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Parker Goodell | 83 | Hip, Knee |
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