Dr. James Guerra, MD
Contact & Location
Naples, FL 34110
Dr. James Guerra is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Naples, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Guerra has completed 122 knee replacements (#26 in Florida), 85 shoulder replacements, and 24 hip replacements, totaling 231 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Guerra performs well above average in knee (122 vs 48 avg), well above average in shoulder (85 vs 34 avg), below average in hip (24 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Guerra performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (122 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (85) and hip replacements (24).
Naples is home to 18 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Naples area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Guerra extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 127 to 231 in the most recent data, a 82% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Guerra's 122 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Guerra Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Guerra's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 82% from 127 procedures in 2013 to 231 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. Guerra
How does Dr. Guerra's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Guerra has performed 231 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Guerra ranks #19 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Guerra perform?
Dr. Guerra performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (122 cases), shoulder replacement (85 cases), hip replacement (24 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Guerra in Naples?
Yes. There are 18 orthopedic surgeons in Naples 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 Florida surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Guerra 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. Guerra's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 231 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Guerra's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Guerra's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 127 procedures in 2013 to 231 in the most recent data, a 82% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 231 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Guerra perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Guerra's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (122 cases), shoulder replacement (85 cases), hip replacement (24 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Guerra among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Guerra affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Guerra is affiliated with Physicians Regional Medical Center - Pine Ridge, Naples Community Hospital, Lee Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Guerra compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Naples?
Among the 18 orthopedic surgeons in Naples, Dr. Guerra ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Naples has 416 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Guerra practices?
Physicians Regional Medical Center - Pine Ridge (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Naples Community Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Lee Memorial 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 Naples, Florida
Dr. Guerra's 231 Medicare procedures are below the Naples average of 238. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Naples.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Henry Biggs | 416 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jon Dounchis | 302 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Howard Kapp | 278 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Goldberg | 159 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Leon Mead | 142 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Zehr | 135 | Hip, Knee |
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