Dr. Christopher James, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Christopher James is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Palm Harbor, Florida. In 2023, Dr. James performed 35 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#120 in Florida) and 23 knee replacements (#278 in Florida), for a combined total of 58 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
35 verified cases
#120 in Florida
Knee Replacement
23 verified cases
#278 in Florida

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. James

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (58 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. James, 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: 727-201-1007
37026 Us Highway 19 N
Palm Harbor, FL 34684
NPI: 1790190700
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 12 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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