Dr. James Huston, M.D.
Dr. James Huston is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lawrence, Kansas. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Huston has performed 62 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#35 in Kansas) and 44 hip replacements, for a combined total of 106 procedures.
In Kansas, Dr. Huston performs near average in knee (62 vs 64 avg), near average in hip (44 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Huston's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (62 cases) and hip replacements (44 cases).
Lawrence is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lawrence area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Huston extend back to 2019, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 42 to 106 in the most recent data, a 152% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Huston's 62 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Huston Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
Contact & Location
Lawrence, KS 66049
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Huston's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 152% from 42 procedures in 2019 to 106 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. Huston
How does Dr. Huston's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Huston has performed 106 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Kansas average of 81 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Huston ranks #36 out of 118 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Huston perform?
Dr. Huston's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (62 cases) and hip replacement (44 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Huston in Lawrence?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Lawrence 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 Kansas surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Huston 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. Huston's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 106 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Huston's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Huston's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 42 procedures in 2019 to 106 in the most recent data, a 152% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 120 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Huston perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Huston's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (62 cases), hip replacement (44 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Huston affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Huston is affiliated with Lmh, Newman Regional Health, Adventhealth Ottawa.
How does Dr. Huston compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lawrence?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Lawrence, Dr. Huston ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Huston is among the highest-volume surgeons in Lawrence.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Huston practices?
Lmh (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Newman Regional Health (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Adventhealth Ottawa (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 Lawrence, Kansas
Dr. Huston's 106 Medicare procedures are above the Lawrence average of 89. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lawrence.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Adam Goodyear | 133 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Wendt | 70 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Douglass Stull | 46 | Shoulder |
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