Dr. James Phillips, MD
Contact & Location
Wellesley, MA 02481
Dr. James Phillips is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wellesley, Massachusetts. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Phillips has performed 110 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#12 in Massachusetts) and 100 hip replacements, for a combined total of 210 procedures.
In Massachusetts, Dr. Phillips performs well above average in knee (110 vs 50 avg), well above average in hip (100 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Phillips's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (110 cases) and hip replacements (100 cases).
Dr. Phillips is the only orthopedic surgeon in Wellesley represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Phillips extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 102 to 210 in the most recent data, a 106% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Phillips's 110 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. Phillips Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Massachusetts state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Phillips's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 106% from 102 procedures in 2013 to 210 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Phillips
How does Dr. Phillips's procedure volume compare to other Massachusetts surgeons?
Dr. Phillips has performed 210 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Massachusetts average of 74 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Phillips ranks #10 out of 203 orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Phillips perform?
Dr. Phillips's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (110 cases) and hip replacement (100 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Phillips with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Phillips ranks #12 in Massachusetts for knee replacement with 110 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 203 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Where is Dr. Phillips's practice located?
Dr. Phillips practices in Wellesley, Massachusetts. The office is located at 230 Worcester St, Wellesley, MA 02481. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Phillips for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Phillips 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. Phillips's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 210 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Phillips's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Phillips's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 102 procedures in 2013 to 210 in the most recent data, a 106% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 210 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Phillips perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Phillips's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (110 cases), hip replacement (100 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Phillips affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Phillips is affiliated with New England Baptist Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Phillips practices?
New England Baptist Hospital (5 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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