Dr. James Davis, M.D.
Contact & Location
618-997-6800
Herrin, IL 62948
Dr. Davis performs more knee replacement procedures than 93% of orthopedic surgeons in Illinois, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #17 of 251 ranked knee surgeons in Illinois.
About Dr. Davis
Practice. Dr. James Davis is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Herrin, Illinois. The latest annual CMS data records 119 knee replacements and 46 hip replacements, 165 procedures in all. That is #17 in Illinois for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 82 procedures a year to 165, up 101%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 119 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Herrin has 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 16 | 66 |
| 2014 | 0 | 47 |
| 2015 | 0 | 44 |
| 2016 | 25 | 45 |
| 2017 | 23 | 48 |
| 2018 | 13 | 59 |
| 2019 | 13 | 55 |
| 2020 | 0 | 47 |
| 2021 | 14 | 51 |
| 2022 | 30 | 54 |
| 2023 | 44 | 95 |
| 2024 | 46 | 119 |
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 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. Davis Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Davis's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 101% from 82 procedures in 2013 to 165 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Questions to Ask Your Surgeon Before Joint ReplacementA practical checklist of questions covering experience, technique, hospital choice, and recovery expectations to discuss during your surgical consultation.
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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Davis
How does Dr. Davis's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Davis has performed 165 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Davis ranks #28 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Davis perform?
Dr. Davis's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (119 cases) and hip replacement (46 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Davis with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Davis ranks #17 in Illinois for knee replacement with 119 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 316 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Davis in Herrin?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Herrin 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 Illinois surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Davis 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Davis's total volume across all insurers at roughly 560 to 700 procedures against the 165 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. Davis's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Davis's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 82 procedures in 2013 to 165 in the most recent data, a 101% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 165 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Davis perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Davis's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (119 cases), hip replacement (46 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Davis affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Davis is affiliated with Herrin Hospital, Deaconess Illinois Medical Center, Memorial Hospital Of Carbondale, Pinckneyville Community Hospital, Marshall Browning Hospital.
How does Dr. Davis compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Herrin?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Herrin, Dr. Davis ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Davis has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Davis practices?
Herrin Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Deaconess Illinois Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Memorial Hospital Of Carbondale (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Herrin, Illinois
Dr. Davis's 165 Medicare procedures are above the Herrin average of 89. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Herrin.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brian Daines | 125 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Treg Brown | 39 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Rhett MacNeille | 26 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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