Dr. James Goris, M.D.
Contact & Location
Newburgh, IN 47630
Dr. James Goris is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Newburgh, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Goris has completed 44 knee replacements (#64 in Indiana), 12 shoulder replacements, and 11 hip replacements, totaling 67 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Goris performs near average in knee (44 vs 41 avg), below average in shoulder (12 vs 23 avg), below average in hip (11 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Goris performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (44 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (12) and hip replacements (11).
Newburgh is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Newburgh area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Goris also maintains hospital privileges in IN and IL, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Indiana.
Dr. Goris's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 92 procedures in 2016 before settling at 67 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Goris's 44 verified procedures is near 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. Goris Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Goris's recorded volume peaked at 92 procedures in 2016 and stood at 67 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Goris
How does Dr. Goris's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Goris has performed 67 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Goris ranks #75 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Goris perform?
Dr. Goris performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (44 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Goris in Newburgh?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Newburgh 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 Indiana surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Goris 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. Goris's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 67 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Goris's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Goris's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 92 procedures in 2016 and was 67 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.
Does Dr. Goris perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Goris's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (44 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Goris among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Goris affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Goris is affiliated with Deaconess Hospital Inc, Deaconess Gibson Hospital, Ferrell Hospital Community Foundations. Dr. Goris maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Goris compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Newburgh?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Newburgh, Dr. Goris ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Newburgh has 241 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Goris practices?
Deaconess Hospital Inc (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ferrell Hospital Community Foundations (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 Newburgh, Indiana
Dr. Goris's 67 Medicare procedures are below the Newburgh average of 94. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Newburgh.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Anthony Czaplicki | 241 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Douglas Lowery | 99 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Daniel Emerson | 95 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Cameron Metzger | 50 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Phillip Behrens | 12 | Knee |
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