Dr. James Grimes, MD
Contact & Location
904-814-8365
Saint Augustine, FL 32080
St Augustine, FL 32086
St Augustine, FL 32086
St Augustine, FL 32086
Ponte Vedra, FL 32081
Dr. Grimes performs more hip replacement procedures than 19% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #254 of 315 ranked hip surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Grimes
Dr. James Grimes is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Saint Augustine, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Grimes performed 15 Medicare-verified hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, ranking #254 in Florida.
In Florida, Dr. Grimes performs below the state average in hip (15 vs 40).
Dr. Grimes's Medicare data shows a focused hip replacement practice with 15 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Dr. Grimes is the only orthopedic surgeon in Saint Augustine represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Grimes's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 209 procedures in 2016 before settling at 15 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Grimes's 15 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,542 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 47 | 109 |
| 2014 | 68 | 129 |
| 2015 | 71 | 112 |
| 2016 | 68 | 141 |
| 2017 | 56 | 112 |
| 2018 | 57 | 144 |
| 2019 | 74 | 128 |
| 2020 | 55 | 83 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 11 | 0 |
| 2023 | 17 | 11 |
| 2024 | 15 | 0 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Grimes Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Grimes's recorded volume peaked at 209 procedures in 2016 and stood at 15 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Hip Replacement
If you are considering hip replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
Understanding the progression from conservative treatments to surgical intervention, and how to determine when hip replacement becomes the right choice.
Prehabilitation: Preparing Your Body for SurgeryEvidence-based exercises and lifestyle adjustments that can improve surgical outcomes and speed recovery when started weeks before your procedure.
Recovery Timeline: Week-by-Week ExpectationsA detailed week-by-week guide covering pain levels, mobility milestones, physical therapy progression, and when to expect a return to daily activities.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after hip replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full hip replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Grimes
How does Dr. Grimes's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Grimes has performed 15 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Florida average is 72 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Grimes ranks #458 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Grimes perform?
Dr. Grimes's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 15 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Grimes's practice located?
Dr. Grimes practices in Saint Augustine, Florida. The office is located at 1301 Plantation Island Dr S Ste 106a, Saint Augustine, FL 32080. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Grimes for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Grimes represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Grimes's total volume across all insurers at roughly 50 to 60 procedures against the 15 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Grimes's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Grimes's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 209 procedures in 2016 and was 15 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Which hospitals is Dr. Grimes affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Grimes is affiliated with Hca Florida Putnam Hospital, Hca Florida North Florida Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Grimes practices?
Hca Florida Putnam Hospital (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Hca Florida North Florida Hospital (2 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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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